Rondale Moore was just 25.

More heartbreaking details have emerged on the tragic passing of veteran NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore.

On Saturday night, news broke that Rondale Moore passed away at the age of 25. A former 2021 second-round pick of the Arizona Cardinals, Moore was a part of the Minnesota Vikings’ roster. He missed the entire 2025 campaign recovering from a knee injury he suffered in the preseason.

According to Ahmad Hicks of FOX 9, Moore was found dead in a New Albany, Indiana, garage from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police are still investigating the matter.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Moore’s family, friends and the Minnesota Vikings’ football club during this terrible time.

Rondale Moore Was A Crafty WR & Special Teams Player For The Arizona Cardinals

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore (Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images)
The Arizona Cardinals drafted Moore in the second round (49th overall) in 2021. He was one of two Purdue players drafted that year, along with linebacker Derrick Barnes (a fourth-round pick of the Detroit Lions).

Arizona used Moore sparingly on offense, but gave him plenty of snaps on the special teams. In three NFL seasons, Moore caught 135 passes for 1,201 yards and three touchdowns.

He also helped the Cardinals end a six-year playoff drought in the 2021 season. They finished 11-6 to snag a wild card berth, falling to the Los Angeles Rams in the opening round of the playoffs.

Moore was even more dynamic on the Cardinals’ special teams unit. He returned 22 kickoffs for 182 yards and 13 punts for 291 yards. Moore averaged an impressive 22.4 yards per punt return.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.