“We’re going to support any decision he wants to make going forward and the avenue he wants to go,” said Brohm last week. — Purdue fans know all about the greatness of wide receiver and returner Rondale Moore The Boilermakers were determined to create big plays on special teams with Moore returning kickoffs and punts, but his injury thwarted those plans. That’s the way he’s always been. The first game is Oct. 24 at home vs. Iowa, so time is on Purdue’s side for Moore to perhaps have a change of heart and return for his redshirt sophomore season. On the same play, quarterback Elijah Sindelar suffered a broken clavicle and didn't return the rest of the season. “I don't know what else he's gonna show us except maybe that he's healthy. Find the latest coverage, analysis, and player rankings for the 2021 NFL Draft. Football is in full swing, and we even have a game tonight as South Alabama and UAB are set to square off. Just how good is Rondale Moore, another prominent 2021 NFL Draft prospect to opt out of the college football season? He is feeling good. I mean, he is on a mission.". “If I was him, I think I'd be looking more toward my future now. “If that’s playing football, that’s great. He has a quick feet off the line of scrimmage, which he uses as a combatant for his slender build; a defensive back cannot jam a receiver, no matter the size, if they cannot get their hands on them. 2021 NFL Draft prospect Rondale Moore took the Big Ten by storm in 2018 after Purdue’s upset win against Ohio State.. Moore had 12 catches for 170 yards, and two touchdowns in the winning effort. When you talk about Tyreek, you get him the ball in space and he goes.”. He did not return to the field. The executive points out Moore will be almost two years removed from his freshman tape—while also coming off injury—as NFL teams are evaluating him. Moore announced on Aug. 6 he was opting out of the 2020 season. As he is now back in 2020, he will look to add even more fireworks to his portfolio and secure a first round grade in next year’s event. ", Mike Carmin covers Purdue sports for the Journal & Courier. "He's looked great, like he always has. If Moore chose to return to West Lafayette, he seemingly would have no hurdles to clear. Please update it here. We'll never pass along your email address to spammers, scammers, or the like. to solidify his stock as a top-32 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. These guys haven't had a normal training camp, and look what's happening with knees, pulls ... “. The box score never even tells 10 percent of what a prospect brings to the table, but it is good when taking production metrics and analysis into consideration. We have to keep him healthy as much as we can but as far as a worker and someone who puts in the time who wants to be great and does everything right and everything we ask, his goals are very lofty and wants to go out and prove himself every time he steps on the field. Can I improve my skills? Brohm was asked Wednesday if any of his players were planning to opt-out and the fourth-year coach said no. Moore probably runs better routes coming out, just more precise because he doesn't just rely on his speed and change-of-direction skills. But that all being said, he doesn't need to return like some of the other guys, in my opinion.”. Absolutely. With the First Pick news from FanSided Daily, 2021 NFL Draft: Duke Football star CB Mark Gilbert can’t catch a break, JaMycal Hasty a fantasy stash candidate amid 49ers injuries, as South Alabama and UAB are set to square off, Purdue gets wide receiver Rondale Moore back for one more year. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images). Moore is an absolute analytical darling based off his numbers as a true freshman, giving him a top-tier breakout age. Follow GoldandBlack.com: Twitter | Facebook | YouTube, More: Gold and Black Illustrated/Gold and Black Express | Subscribe to our podcast. Can I get good training at Purdue over the next couple of months? Minnesota receiver Rashod Bateman and Penn State linebacker Micah Parson announced similar decisions within the last week to move to the next phase of their careers. I can't remember seeing somebody who can run like him. Moore took part in some of Purdue's 2020 spring practices, showing no signs of the injury. © 2020 www.jconline.com. Absolutely. Sources close to Moore say he hasn’t signed with an agent. Or should he return to Purdue? Copyright, Boilers, Inc. 2020. Will Moore's next mission be in the NFL? As a freshman in 2018, the year the Boilermakers upset the Buckeyes (a game Moore had a massive hand in), Moore racked up a total of 1,258 yards receiving and 12 touchdowns, adding another 213 and two scores as a rusher. 2021 NFL Draft: Scouting Report for Purdue Wide Receiver Rondale Moore. It wasn't a shock. Rondale is a special player and person, and we know he will be a star at the next level and beyond.”. 2021 NFL Draft: Rashod Bateman leads prospects to watch in Minnesota vs. Michigan, Ohio State Football: Stock up/stock down on 2021 NFL Draft prospects vs. Nebraska, 2021 NFL Draft: Alabama’s Mac Jones has chance to secure top-20 pick status, Justin Fields leads 2021 NFL Draft prospects to watch as Big Ten begins, Miami Dolphins: Starting Tua Tagovailoa leads to epic rookie matchups, 2021 NFL Draft prospects rejoice as Mountain West returns, House of Highlights' Top Plays of the Week for Sept. 25, Pac-12 Football return in November great for 2021 NFL Draft hopefuls, 2021 NFL Draft: Duke Football star CB Mark Gilbert can't catch a break, UAB vs South Alabama: 3 2021 NFL Draft prospects to watch. He can catch the football, he can run routes, he's a mature kid, from what I understand. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Purdue star WR Rondale Moore opts out of 2020 season, will enter the 2021 NFL Draft Moore lit it up at Purdue, particularly during his true freshman season in 2018 By Barrett Sallee The league reversed course on Sept. 16, unveiling a plan for a nine-game season that will begin Oct. 24 and end Dec. 18-19. One current NFL player who seemingly compares favorable from a stature and skill-set standpoint to Moore is Kansas City’s Tyreek Hill, a 5-10, 185-pound dynamo for the defending Super Bowl champs. "He always represented our program with class and dignity, and we fully support him and his family as he pursues his professional future.