Pitts Disappointed by Lack of NFL Players at Rondale Moore Memorial

Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts expressed frustration over the low turnout of Moore's former teammates at the memorial service.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts was disappointed by the lack of attendance from NFL players at a memorial service for his former teammate, the late wide receiver Rondale Moore. Pitts took to social media to express his displeasure, noting that only about 6 or 7 of Moore's teammates showed up to "lay you to rest."

Why it matters

Moore's passing in February at the age of 24 due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound was a tragic loss for the NFL community. Pitts' criticism highlights the importance of honoring fallen players and showing support for their families and former teammates, even if the player was not a superstar.

The details

Pitts and Moore were teammates on the Atlanta Falcons in 2024, which was Moore's only season with the team. Moore was originally drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2021, the same year Pitts entered the league. Moore also spent time with the Minnesota Vikings. The memorial service was held on Friday, March 7, 2026.

  • Moore passed away in February 2026.
  • The memorial service was held on Friday, March 7, 2026.

The players

Kyle Pitts

A tight end for the Atlanta Falcons who was a former teammate of Rondale Moore.

Rondale Moore

A wide receiver who played for the Arizona Cardinals, Minnesota Vikings, and Atlanta Falcons before passing away in February 2026 at the age of 24.

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What they’re saying

“Crazy how only about 6, maybe 7 of your teammates in the NFL showed up for you today. All that talk about fake emotion and nobody want to show up to lay you to rest. Just at a loss of words.”

— Kyle Pitts (Instagram)

The takeaway

Pitts' criticism highlights the importance of honoring fallen players and showing support for their families and former teammates, even if the player was not a superstar. The low turnout of NFL players at Moore's memorial service is a disappointing reflection on the league's ability to come together and mourn the loss of one of its own.