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Colts Release Kenny Moore II at His Request
7 May
Summary
- Kenny Moore II was released by the Colts on Thursday at his request.
- The release provides the Colts with $7.06 million in additional cap space.
- Scheme fit issues, specifically man-to-man coverage, contributed to his departure.
The Indianapolis Colts have released veteran cornerback Kenny Moore II, fulfilling his request to move on after nine seasons. This decision grants the Colts approximately $7.06 million in additional salary cap space for the upcoming season. Moore, who requested a trade in early April, was granted his release when a trade could not be finalized.
The move is reportedly due in part to a scheme fit issue. The Colts' new defensive coordinator, hired before the 2025 season, emphasizes man-to-man coverage, a scheme that differs from Moore's strengths in zone coverage. This season marked Moore's lowest defensive snap percentage since his rookie year in 2017.
Despite a change in his role, opposing quarterbacks completed a career-low 62 percent of passes when targeting Moore in coverage during the 2025 season. He also recorded one interception, six passes defensed, two forced fumbles, and 1.5 sacks. In his absence, third-round pick Justin Walley is expected to start in the slot, flanked by outside corners Sauce Gardner and Charvarius Ward Sr.
Moore, an undrafted free agent in 2017, carved out a significant career with the Colts, starting 111 of 132 games and earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2021. Beyond his on-field contributions, he was recognized for his community involvement, serving as the Colts' Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee multiple times.
