After receiving backlash for a mistake that was made on the air by their graphics department on the death of Rondale Moore, ESPN issued an apology.
On SportsCenter Saturday night, while anchor Scott Van Pelt was paying tribute to the young NFL star, the wrong picture was posted in the background, sparking outrage among fans and NFL commentators nationwide.
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As expected, ESPN did apologize for its mistake Sunday night on SportsCenter by anchor David Lloyd.
But the fallout of Moore’s death continues to be talked about and felt around the league as players continue to speak on his death.
Most current and former players have expressed outrage and disappointment that the NFL hasn’t done more to protect its players who suffer from mental health issues. This is the second player in the NFL within the last four months who has committed suicide.
The Dallas Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland was also struggling with his mental health when he died in November.
There are reports that Moore was upset about another injury and had spoken with several players, including his former Atlanta Falcons teammates, about it.
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But it wasn’t enough to save his life, and now players are turning to the league, wondering if they plan to do anything to prevent another death. Rondale Moore was playing for the Minnesota Vikings at the time of his death.
This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: ESPN issues apology after backlash from Rondale Moore mistake
