Former NFL player and LSU star Breiden Fehoko did not mince words in calling out the league after the death of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore .
"I don't care, I'm retired I'll say what I want," Fehoko, 29, posted via X on Sunday, February 22. "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."
Fehoko retired from professional football in November 2025, most recently appearing on the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad. The nose tackle appeared in 19 games for the Los Angeles Chargers from 2020 to 2022. Prior to his NFL career, Fehoko was part of the LSU team that won a national championship in 2020.
Moore died by suspected suicide on Saturday, February 21. He was 25.
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"Most players don't wanna get help inside the building of an NFL organization because they know you'll get looked at differently," Fehoko said. "You go to a staff member tell em you struggling watch how different they start treating and looking at you. I seen it first hand."
He continued, "I'll start believing they care about player health when the Owner, GM, & head coach treat everyone on that roster the same from the franchise QB to the janitor. Until then don't tell me they care cause they posted some hotline number when s*** like this happens."
Fehoko vowed to be a lifeline for football players who might need one.
"I'm here for any of my brothers that just wanna talk and shoot the s***. I love y'all. I care about y'all. I'm here for y'all," he shared.
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Moore's death was confirmed by the Vikings on Saturday.
"I am devastated by the news of Rondale's death," Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connellsaid in a statement. "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. He was a humble, soft-spoken and respectful young man who was proud of his Indiana roots. As a player, he was disciplined, dedicated and resilient despite facing adversity multiple times as injuries sidelined him throughout his career."
Moore joined the Vikings during the 2025 offseason, though he suffered a season-ending left knee injury during the preseason.
"We are all heartbroken by the fact he won't continue to live out his NFL dream, and we won't all have a chance to watch him flourish," O'Connell added. "My prayers are with Rondale's family, friends, teammates and coaches as we all deal with this tragic news."
Moore — who also played for the Arizona Cardinals after a stellar college career at Purdue — was remembered by many in the NFL community after his sudden death.
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"Just spoke to you bro," Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray shared via his Instagram Story. "Blessed to have been able to share this life with you. I pray you're in a better place now Ra…🕊️."
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby posted an emotional video, calling Moore "the coldest dude I've ever been on the field with" during their time in college.
"Check on your people," Crosby, 28, said. "Too much hate in this world. Stay positive. It's unbelievable. Just sending out prayers to his whole family and everybody going through it."
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