The NFL deals with heartbreaking injuries every single year. Playing a violent sport like football will certainly have to deal with injuries as part of the game. However, that doesn’t make it any easier when it happens.
One veteran wide receiver is experiencing that as we speak.
“He’s Out For The Year Again” NFL Sees 3-Year Veteran Suffer Another Season-Ending Injury, Fans Devastated
Feb 5, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell sits in a Las Vegas Raiders stall before speaking at a press conference in advance of Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 5, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell sits in a Las Vegas Raiders stall before speaking at a press conference in advance of Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Rondale Moore’s worst fears have been confirmed:
After being carted off the field in Saturday’s exhibition game vs. the Houston Texans, the veteran wide receiver/punt returner will now miss a second straight year with an unfortunate knee injury.
Health has been the biggest obstacle for Moore since arriving in the National Football League as a second-round pick out of Purdue in 2021.
Last preseason, a dislocated right knee in Falcons training camp kept him off the field for the entirety of 2024. And now his ’25 campaign has reportedly come to an end before it ever got started with Tuesday’s MRI results.
“Vikings WR Rondale Moore has suffered a season-ending knee injury,” the NFL announced via its X account.
Aug 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore (4) is attended to by head coach Kevin O'Connell and trainers after suffering a lower leg injury during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Aug 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore (4) is attended to by head coach Kevin O’Connell and trainers after suffering a lower leg injury during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Fans reacted to the heartbreaking update in the league’s mentions.
“second straight year with a season ending injury … Gotta feel for Rondale Moore but that comeback player of the year is gonna feel great 🙏” DraftKings replied..
“Brutal news ugh,” a user said.
“NOOOOOOOOOOO MAN WHYYYYYY,” another exclaimed.
“Back to back seasons is so brutal 🙏” a fan prayed.
“Damn 🙏🏾” Dez Bryant commented.
“my boy cannot catch a break. I feel so bad for him,” another person posted.
“Actually hate this for him. Back to back season ending injuries. Jesus.”
“💔” Chad Johnson reacted.
“Man, this blows for this young man. Is it just me or are injuries getting more prevalent?” another user asked.
“Vikings can never have anything nice,” another fan shared. “Speedy recovery Rondale !”
Jul 29, 2025; Eagan, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore (4) takes part in drills during the teams training camp at the Minnesota Vikings Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Jul 29, 2025; Eagan, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore (4) takes part in drills during the teams training camp at the Minnesota Vikings Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
It’s got to be really tough for Rondale whose never been able to realize his full NFL potential due to injuries. But hopefully he finds a way to come back strong as ever in 2026 and helps a team compete — whether that’s in Minnesota, or elsewhere.
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Jun 3, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Rondale Moore (14) runs with the ball during Falcons OTA at the Falcons Training facility. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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