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Rondale Moore

Rondale DaSean Moore was an American professional football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) from 2021 to 2025.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rondale DaSean Moore was an American professional football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) from 2021 to 2025. He played college football for Purdue, where he earned consensus All-American honours as a freshman in 2018, and was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft. He also had short stints with the Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings.

Early life and college career

Moore was born in New Albany, Indiana, and played college football for the Purdue Boilermakers. As a freshman in 2018, he became one of the most productive players in the country and earned consensus All-American honours.

Professional career

The Arizona Cardinals drafted Moore in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft. He later had brief tenures with the Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings, but injuries prevented him from appearing in regular-season games for those teams.

Playing style and statistics

Moore was listed as a wide receiver at 5 ft 7 in and around 181 lb. Across his NFL career, sources credit him with 135 receptions, 1,201 receiving yards, and 4 touchdowns.

Death

Multiple reports in February 2026 said Moore died at age 25 in Indiana, and the death was reported as under investigation.

Legacy

Moore is remembered for an explosive debut season at Purdue and for being one of the more dynamic smaller receivers to enter the NFL in the 2021 draft class.

Key facts

  • Rondale Moore played college football at Purdue and earned consensus All-American honours as a freshman in 2018.
  • He was selected 49th overall by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2021 NFL Draft.
  • He spent three seasons with the Cardinals before later joining the Falcons and Vikings.
  • In his NFL career, he recorded 135 receptions for 1,201 receiving yards and 4 receiving touchdowns.
  • Public reporting stated he died in February 2026 at age 25.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Rondale Moore?
Rondale Moore was an American football wide receiver who played at Purdue and in the NFL for the Cardinals, Falcons, and Vikings.
When was Rondale Moore born?
He was born on June 9, 2000.
Which college did Rondale Moore attend?
He played college football for Purdue University.
When was Rondale Moore drafted into the NFL?
He was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft, 49th overall.
What were Rondale Moore's main NFL stats?
His reported career totals were 135 receptions, 1,201 receiving yards, and 4 receiving touchdowns.
Did Rondale Moore play for the Vikings?
Yes, he was listed with the Minnesota Vikings in 2025, but reports say injuries kept him from regular-season play for the team.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rondale_Moore
    Supports: Birth, death, college career, NFL draft position, teams, and broad career summary.
  2. NFL.com — https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-wide-receiver-rondale-moore-dies-at-age-of-25
    Supports: Death report, age, hometown, collegiate background, draft details, and career with Cardinals/Falcons/Vikings.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/4372485/rondale-moore
    Supports: Position, height/weight, birthplace, college, draft info, and team listing.
  4. Pro-Football-Reference — https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/M/MoorRo02.htm
    Supports: Career size and statistical totals such as games played, receptions, and receiving yards.
  5. StatMuse — https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/player/rondale-moore-29273
    Supports: Career totals for catches, yards, touchdowns, and seasons with the Cardinals.