Rondale Moore, a wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings and other NFL teams, died on Saturday. He was 25 years old.
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According to the Associated Press, police say Moore was found in the garage of his home. He had a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. An investigation is underway, and the coroner in New Albany, Indiana, will conduct an autopsy on Sunday.
A former receiver at Purdue, Moore entered the NFL as a second-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. He started his career with the Arizona Cardinals and spent three seasons with the team. He then moved to the Atlanta Falcons in 2024 but missed the season due to a dislocated right knee.
Moore joined the Vikings ahead of the 2025 season. He spent the offseason and training camp with the team but missed the season after suffering a knee injury in the preseason opener.
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"I am devastated by the news of Rondale's death," Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said in a statement. "While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply. He was a humble, soft-spoken, and respectful young man who was proud of his Indiana roots.
"As a player, he was disciplined, dedicated and resilient despite facing adversity multiple times as injuries sidelined him throughout his career.
"We are all heartbroken by the fact he won't continue to live out his NFL dream, and we won't all have a chance to watch him flourish. My prayers are with Rondale's family, friends, teammates and coaches as we all deal with this tragic news."
The Vikings said that they will make counseling and emotional support resources available to anyone in need in the wake of this tragedy.
The Cardinals also released a statement, saying: "We are devastated and heartbroken by today's news concerning Rondale Moore.
"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family, friends, teammates, and everyone who loved him and had the privilege of knowing such a special person."
