Awful news to pass along this Saturday evening. Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore has died at the age of 25.
Multiple outlets are reporting Moore’s passing. Ahmad Hicks of FOX 9 Minneapolis is reporting that New Albany, Indiana police chief Todd Bailey shared that Moore was found deceased of what is suspected to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. WLKY reports that the Floyd County (Indiana) Coroner confirmed Moore died Saturday.
According to New Albany police chief Todd Bailey—
— Ahmad Hicks (@AhmadHicksTV) February 22, 2026
Rondale Moore (age 25) was found deceased with a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound in the garage of a property in New Albany, Indiana.
An investigation is underway. https://t.co/xydJyfDw1J
Jeff Brohm, who coached Moore at Purdue, released a statement via social media.
“Rondale Moore was a complete joy to coach,” Brohm wrote. The ultimate competitor that would never back down to any challenge. Rondale has a work ethic that was unmatched by anyone. A great teammate that would come through in any situation. we all loved Rondale and we loved his smile and competitive edge that always wanted to please everyone he came in contact with. We offer all of our thoughts and prayers to Rondale and his family and we love him very much!!!”
— Jeff Brohm (@JeffBrohm) February 22, 2026
Moore was a consensus All-American at Purdue in 2018. He spent 2 more seasons with the Boilermakers before entering the NFL Draft in 2021. He was selected by the Arizona Cardinals and also spent time with the Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings in his pro career.
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