Former Arizona Cardinals receiver Rondale Moore dies at 25
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Rondale Moore, the former Arizona Cardinals receiver, died on Saturday, Feb. 21, according to multiple reports. Moore was 25 years old.
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According to WLKY News, Moore's death was confirmed by the coroner in Floyd County, Indiana, where he was born and raised.
There was no immediate cause of death reported.
The Louisville Courier Journal included this in their report:
"Matthew Tomlin, Floyd County (Indiana) coroner, confirmed Moore’s death ... (and) said the cause of death is under investigation and an autopsy will be performed Sunday. ... Tomlin said Moore was transferred to Baptist Floyd Hospital in New Albany and died there. ... Tomlin said the cause of death is under investigation and an autopsy will be performed Sunday."
After graduating from Trinity High School across the river in Louisville, Kentucky, Moore spent three seasons at Purdue, where he was named a consensus All-American in 2018. Then-Purdue coach Jeff Brohm released a statement following Moore's death.
"Rondale Moore was a complete joy to coach," Brohm's statement read. "The ultimate competitor that wouldn't back down from any challenge. Rondale had a work ethic unmatched by anyone. A great teammate that would come through in any situation.
"We all loved Rondale, we loved his smile and competitive edge that always wanted to please everyone he came in contact with. We offer all of our thoughts and prayers to Rondale and his family, we love him very much."
After his time with Purdue, Moore was drafted by the Cardinals in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft. He spent three seasons in Arizona, tallying 135 catches for 1,201 yards and three touchdowns.
Ahead of the 2024 season, Moore was traded to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for quarterback Desmond Ridder. He suffered season-ending knee injuries in training camp in both 2024 and 2025.
Moore had most recently posted on Instagram just three days prior to his death. The post did not include a caption but featured Moore training as he recovered from his most recent knee injury.
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