Former Purdue, NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore dies at age 25
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Key Points:
- Former Purdue star and NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died at age 25 from a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to police in New Albany, Indiana; an autopsy is pending.
- Moore was a second-round draft pick by the Arizona Cardinals in 2021 and had been sidelined by injuries the past two seasons, most recently with the Minnesota Vikings before suffering a season-ending knee injury in August 2025.
- The Minnesota Vikings expressed deep sadness and offered condolences and support to Moore's family, teammates, and staff, with coach Kevin O'Connell highlighting Moore's humility, resilience, and dedication despite career setbacks.
- Moore had a productive college career at Purdue, earning first-team All-American honors and the
