NFL Receiver Rondale Moore, 25, Found Dead in Indiana

“These NFL teams come out here and post these mental health awareness posts talking about they care about players 'don't be afraid to reach out' etc. All they care about is what you bring to the table when it's game day.”

“Most players don't wanna get help inside the building of an NFL organization because they know you'll get looked at differently.”

“A video of JJ Watt offering words of encouragement to a dejected Rondale Moore has gone viral in the wake of the wide receiver's death, leaving fans heartbroken.”

“The viral clip, which was originally shared by NFL on Fox three years ago, showed the retired superstar consoling a visibly upset Moore during a training session.”

“Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown was among those who couldn't believe the news, and he revealed he had just spoken with Moore not hours before he was discovered with a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound in a garage.”

“Bro ain't no way brotha you just messaged me [a] few hours ago.”

“Hollywood Brown revealed that he spoke with Rondale Moore hours before his former Cardinals teammate's death on Saturday in Indiana.”

“You [weren't] alone bro.. I told you I know how you feel.”

“Police in Moore's home town of New Albany, Indiana, told WHAS that the player had taken his own life.”

“Can't even begin to fathom or process this. There's just no way. Way too soon. Way too special. So much left to give.”

“New Albany police chief Todd Bailey said Moore was found in a garage with a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to local network WLKY.”

“The ultimate competitor that wouldn't back down from any challenge.”

“I am devastated by the news of Rondale's death. While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply.”

“As a player, he was disciplined, dedicated and resilient despite facing adversity multiple times as injuries sidelined him throughout his career.”

“Floyd County Coroner Matthew Tomlin did not share additional details on the circumstances of Moore's death but said there was no threat to the public and an autopsy would be conducted Sunday.”

“University of Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm, who coached Moore at Purdue, called him an 'ultimate competitor who wouldn't back down' from a challenge.”

“ESPN reported that Moore was found in a garage with a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to police.”

“While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply.”

“NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore, who suffered a season-ending training camp knee injury in each of the last two years after a standout college career at Purdue and a promising start in the league with the Arizona Cardinals, died of a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound on Saturday in his native Indiana, police said.”

“Moore was so distraught after immediately realizing the seriousness of that injury that he slammed his hand down on a cart so hard the sound was audible throughout the stadium.”

“Rondale Moore, the NFL receiver who had season-ending training camp knee injuries in each of the last two years after a standout college career at Purdue and a promising start with the Arizona Cardinals, was found dead on Saturday, authorities said. He was 25.”

“Moore was so distraught after immediately realizing the seriousness of that injury that he slammed his hand down on a cart so hard the sound was audible throughout the stadium.”

“Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore died Saturday evening, the Floyd County coroner confirmed the news. Moore was 25 years old.”

“Rondale Moore was a complete joy to coach. The ultimate competitor that would never back down to any challenge.”

“The cause of death was believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police disclosed. An investigation was underway, and no further details were provided.”

“If you or someone you know is in emotional distress, get help from the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.”

“Police in Moore's hometown of New Albany, Indiana were called to a property on Saturday night, when Moore was found in a garage.”

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rondale Moore.”