Kellen Moore is a prominent figure in American football, transitioning from a successful college quarterback to an NFL coach. He achieved record-breaking wins as Boise State's quarterback, then served primarily as a backup for the Dallas Cowboys. After retiring as a player, he became the offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024. His career highlights his expertise in offensive strategy and leadership in the sport.
Kellen Moore's father, Tom Moore, began his tenure as head coach at Prosser High School in 1986.
Kellen Christopher Moore was born on July 5, 1988.
In 2006, Kellen Moore played his senior year as quarterback for Prosser High, leading the team to a 12-1 record and a spot in the state semifinals, where they lost.
Kellen Moore redshirted during the 2007 season.
In 2008, as a redshirt freshman, Kellen Moore led Boise State to an undefeated regular season and a WAC championship. He also played in his first bowl game against TCU, receiving several accolades for his performance.
Tom Moore's time as head coach at Prosser High School concluded in 2008.
In 2009, Kellen Moore received numerous awards and honors, including First-team All-American by CBSSportsline.com, WAC Offensive Player of the Year, and finished 7th in Heisman voting.
Kellen Moore led Boise State to a 14-0 record in 2009, securing another WAC title and a spot in the Fiesta Bowl against TCU. The Fiesta Bowl matchup was controversial due to the decision to pit two non-Automatic Qualifying schools against each other.
On September 6, 2010, Kellen Moore led Boise State to a 33-30 victory over Virginia Tech, contributing three passing touchdowns. This win boosted Boise State's rankings and put Moore in contention for the Heisman Trophy.
In 2010, Kellen Moore was a Heisman Trophy finalist, finishing fourth in the voting. He also received the Touchdown Club of Columbus Quarterback of the Year award.
On March 28, 2011, Sporting News named Kellen Moore the #1 player in the nation, ahead of Andrew Luck and LaMichael James.
In 2011, Kellen Moore was a finalist for the Maxwell Award and achieved his 50th career win, making history as the first quarterback in FBS history to reach this milestone. He also won the Touchdown Club of Columbus Quarterback of the Year award for the second consecutive time.
In 2011, Tom Moore, Kellen's father, was interviewed and shared insights into Kellen's early interest in football and play-calling abilities.
After going undrafted in the 2012 NFL Draft, Kellen Moore signed with the Detroit Lions.
Starting in 2012, the Touchdown Club of Columbus Quarterback of the Year award was renamed the Kellen Moore Award.
On February 21, 2014, the Detroit Lions decided not to tender a restricted free agent offer to Kellen Moore, making him a free agent.
On March 6, 2015, the Detroit Lions re-signed Kellen Moore to a two-year contract.
On September 5, 2015, the Detroit Lions released Kellen Moore after he didn't make the 53-man roster.
On September 6, 2015, Kellen Moore signed with the Dallas Cowboys practice squad, rejoining Scott Linehan, his former offensive coordinator from the Detroit Lions.
In 2015, Kellen Moore saw playing time with the Dallas Cowboys. He was also released by the Detroit Lions after failing to make the 53-man roster.
In 2016, during a training camp practice, Kellen Moore fractured his right fibula, leading to him being placed on injured reserve.
Kellen Moore re-signed with the Dallas Cowboys on March 20, 2017.
On September 2, 2017, Kellen Moore was released by the Dallas Cowboys.
Kellen Moore was re-signed by the Dallas Cowboys on September 5, 2017.
The Cowboys released Kellen Moore on October 26, 2017, and subsequently re-signed him to their practice squad.
Kellen Moore spent the majority of his professional playing career as a backup, with his playing time primarily concluding in 2017.
After retiring as a player in 2018, Kellen Moore transitioned to coaching, becoming the Dallas Cowboys' quarterbacks coach following Wade Wilson's retirement.
Kellen Moore retired from the NFL in 2018.
The Dallas Cowboys promoted Kellen Moore to offensive coordinator on January 31, 2019.
Following his retirement in 2018, Kellen Moore held the distinction of being the last left-handed quarterback to play in the NFL until Tua Tagovailoa's debut in 2020.
On January 29, 2023, following the Cowboys' playoff exit, the team and Kellen Moore mutually agreed to part ways.
The Los Angeles Chargers hired Kellen Moore as their offensive coordinator on January 30, 2023, under head coach Brandon Staley.
Kellen Moore transitioned to coaching after his playing career and became the offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024.
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