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NFL receiver Rondale Moore found dead in his Indiana hometown
Rondale Moore, a former Purdue All-American and NFL wide receiver, died from a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound while his death remains under investigation.
- On Feb. 21, 2026, Floyd County coroner Matthew Tomlin confirmed 25-year-old NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died after being found in a New Albany, Indiana garage.
- The Floyd County Coroner's Office said an autopsy has been scheduled for Sunday, and the death remains under investigation, according to reports describing a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound, police and The Athletic.
- A second-round pick in 2021, Moore suffered multiple season-ending knee injuries, missing the 2024 and 2025 seasons, after playing for the Arizona Cardinals, Falcons, and Vikings.
- The Minnesota Vikings said they offered condolences and support, with Kevin O'Connell mourning Moore and Purdue Football and Jeff Brohm also sharing prayers.
- Moore was set to hit free agency in March, and his last social-media post came three days earlier, raising roster and community concerns for the Vikings.
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The young athlete died under unclear circumstances.
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