rondale moore postGemini saidIt is with deep sadness that I have to share some tragic news regarding Rondale Moore.
As of February 21, 2026, the Minnesota Vikings and multiple news outlets have confirmed that Rondale Moore has passed away at the age of 25.
Current Details Discovery: Moore was found in the garage of a property in his hometown of New Albany, Indiana, on Saturday night.Investigation: Local authorities, including New Albany Police Chief Todd Bailey, have stated the cause of death is suspected to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Recent History: Moore had been battling through an incredibly difficult stretch of his career. After being traded to the Atlanta Falcons in 2024, he suffered a season-ending knee injury.
He signed with the Minnesota Vikings for the 2025 season but again suffered a major knee injury during a preseason punt return, which sidelined him for the entire year.
Last Social Media ActivityA recent Instagram post from Moore has been circulating among fans as they process this news.The Post: Three days before his death, Moore shared a series of photos without a caption.
The Lyrics: The final slide was a screenshot of lyrics from the song “Go” by EST Gee: “Sewed up the last eight months, but it changes nothing, don’t feel no better…”
Reaction: Many in the NFL community are pointing to this post as a reflection of the mental toll his repeated injuries and long recovery processes may have taken on him.
