sports
February 22, 2026
NFL receiver Rondale Moore dies at age of 25: ‘Way too soon. Way too special’
NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died on Saturday at the age of 25, his former college coach, Jeff Brohm, has confirmed.

TL;DR
- NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died on Saturday at age 25.
- His former college coach, Jeff Brohm, confirmed his death, remembering him as a great competitor and teammate.
- Police in his hometown believe his death was a suicide, but an investigation is underway.
- Moore was a standout athlete in high school and college, winning the Paul Hornung Award at Purdue.
- He was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2021 and later traded to the Atlanta Falcons, and signed with the Minnesota Vikings in 2025, but struggled with injuries.
- Tributes from former teammates, including JJ Watt, and coaches like Kevin O'Connell, highlight his talent, dedication, and positive impact.
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