Colts release Kenny Moore II after failed trade search
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Updated · NFL.com · May 7
Colts release Kenny Moore II after failed trade search
14 articles · Updated · NFL.com · May 7
The nine-year Indianapolis cornerback, a 2021 Pro Bowler, was cut Thursday after both sides sought a deal in early April but found no suitable trade partner.
The move could free $7 million to $9.9 million in 2026 cap space, depending on whether Indianapolis designates it as a pre- or post-June 1 release.
Moore, nearly 31, had remained productive but wanted a new team after one season under coordinator Lou Anarumo following Gus Bradley's firing and the Colts' 29th-ranked 2024 defense.
What does a failed comeback after just three weeks reveal about the unforgiving nature of today's NFL?
With their Pro Bowl cornerback gone, have the Colts created a critical weakness that opponents will now rush to exploit?
By shedding veteran salaries after trading for a star, are the Colts building a champion or just a younger, cheaper team?