former Purdue Star players and NFL wide receivers Rondale Moore died on saturday minnesota vikings said in a statement.
Moore was 25 years old.
Police in New Albany, Indiana, told WHAS11 that Moore was found in a garage with a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. Floyd County Coroner Matthew Tomlin did not provide additional details about the circumstances of Moore’s death, but said an autopsy would be performed Sunday.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rondale Moore,” the Vikings said in a statement. “While we work to understand the facts, we have spoken with Rondale’s family to express our condolences and express our full support to the Minnesota Vikings. We will also be in touch with players, coaches and staff, and provide counseling and emotional support resources to those in need. Our thoughts are with Rondale’s family and friends during this devastating time.”
2nd round draft pick arizona cardinals In 2021, Moore was sidelined with injuries for the past two seasons. He suffered a dislocated right knee while sidelined and missed the 2024 season. atlanta falcons.
He recently spent time with the Vikings, participating in the 2025 offseason and training camp, but suffered a season-ending injury to his left knee while returning a punt in the preseason opener on Aug. 9.
Vikings manager Kevin O’Connell said in a statement that he was “shocked by the news of Rondale’s passing.” “While Rondale was a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was a man we came to know and care deeply about. 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 numerous adversities due to injuries throughout his career.
“We are all saddened by the fact that he will not go on to fulfill his NFL dreams and we will never have the chance to see him in action. Our prayers are with Ron Dale’s family, friends, teammates, and coaches as we all deal with this tragic news.”
In three seasons with the Cardinals, Moore started 23 games. He caught 135 passes for 1,201 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed 52 times for 249 yards and one score.
At Purdue, Moore was named an Associated Press First-Team All-American as a versatile player during his freshman season in 2018 and also won the Paul Hornung Award, which is given to the most versatile player. Moore had 1,915 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns in three seasons with the Boilermakers, and also rushed for 248 yards and three touchdowns.
“Rondale Moore was really fun to coach,” he said. LouisvilleJeff Brohm, who coached Moore at Purdue University. “The ultimate competitor who never backed down from any challenge. Rondale had a work ethic that was second to none. A great teammate who would overcome any situation. We all loved Rondale and loved his smile and competitiveness to please everyone he touched. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rondale and his family. We love him so much.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report.