{"id":340109,"date":"2026-02-22T01:26:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T06:26:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etrafficlane.com\/60dollarmiracle\/vikings-wr-rondale-moore-dead-at-25"},"modified":"2026-02-22T01:26:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T06:26:14","slug":"vikings-wr-rondale-moore-dead-at-25","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etrafficlane.com\/60dollarmiracle\/vikings-wr-rondale-moore-dead-at-25","title":{"rendered":"Vikings WR Rondale Moore Lifeless At 25"},"content":{"rendered":"

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9:01 PM PT — <\/strong>The Minnesota Vikings issued a statement addressing Rondale Moore’s death.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rondale Moore. While we are working to understand the facts, we have spoken with Rondale’s family to offer our condolences and the full support of the Minnesota Vikings.”<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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“We have also been in communication with our players, coaches, and staff, and will make counseling and emotional support resources available to anyone in need. Our thoughts are with Rondale’s family and friends during this devastating time.”<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Vikes head coach Kevin O’Connell<\/strong> also expressed shock at the loss<\/strong><\/a> and sent condolences to Moore’s family.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Rondale Moore<\/strong>, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver and former second-round draft pick, died on Saturday, the local coroner confirmed.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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He was only 25 years old.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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The circumstances surrounding Moore’s death are currently unknown.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Moore was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals with the 49th overall pick in 2021 … and played three seasons<\/strong><\/a> in AZ. In 2024, he was traded to Atlanta, but didn’t appear in any games for the Falcons after sustaining an injury during training camp.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Prior to last season, Rondale signed a one-year deal with the Vikings, but again sustained a season-ending injury.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Before his time in the NFL, Moore starred at Purdue … where he was one of the most explosive players in all college football.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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As a freshman, he won the Paul Hornung Award, given to the most versatile player in college football and the Paul Warfield Trophy, given to the nation’s best receiver.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Moore was also named the\u00a0Big Ten Receiver of the Year\u00a0and\u00a0Freshman of the Year.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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RM’s coach, Jeff Brohm<\/strong>, released a statement addressing his late star player.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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“Rondale Moore was a complete joy to coach. 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.”<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Coach Brohn continued … “We offer all of our thoughts and prayers to Rondale and his family and we love him very much!!!”<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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R.I.P.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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