How Kenny Moore II built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Kenny Moore II is a professional American football cornerback currently playing for the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL. After playing college football at Valdosta State, he entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, initially signing with the New England Patriots in 2017. Moore has since become a prominent player for the Colts.
In 2013, Kenny Moore II played in 10 games, starting one, for the Valdosta State Blazers. During this season, he recorded 12 solo tackles, six tackle assists, and one interception.
In 2014, Kenny Moore II played in all 13 games for Valdosta State, totaling 26 solo tackles, 11 tackle assists, five pass breakups, two interceptions, and one forced fumble.
In 2015, Kenny Moore II played in 12 games, recording 34 solo tackles, 17 tackle assists, one sack, six pass breakups, and three interceptions, two of which were returned for touchdowns. He earned First-team All-Gulf South Conference (GSC), D2CAA Second-team All-Super Region Two and USA College Football Division II Second-team All-American honors.
In 2016, Kenny Moore II played in 11 games, totaling 45 solo tackles, 20 tackle assists, one sack, eight pass breakups, and five interceptions for Valdosta State. He garnered GSC All-Academic, Second-team All-GSC, D2CAA Second-team All-Super Region Two, HERO Sports D2 First-team All-American and American Football Coaches Association First-team All-American recognition.
In January 2017, Kenny Moore II played in the Tropical Bowl, a college football all-star game.
On May 5, 2017, Kenny Moore II signed a three-year, $1.66 million contract with the New England Patriots, including a $2,000 signing bonus, as an undrafted free agent.
On September 2, 2017, Kenny Moore II was waived by the New England Patriots as part of their final roster cuts, despite a strong performance in training camp and the preseason.
On September 3, 2017, Kenny Moore II was claimed off waivers by the Indianapolis Colts. He was named the fifth cornerback on the depth chart.
On September 10, 2017, Kenny Moore II made his professional regular season debut for the Indianapolis Colts against the Los Angeles Rams, recording one solo tackle in a 46-9 loss.
On December 14, 2017, Kenny Moore II recorded his first career interception, picking off a pass from Trevor Siemian intended for Demaryius Thomas during the opening drive of a 25-13 loss against the Denver Broncos. He also had six combined tackles and two pass breakups.
In 2017, Kenny Moore II signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent after playing college football for the Valdosta State Blazers.
On December 31, 2017, the Indianapolis Colts fired head coach Chuck Pagano after finishing the season with a 4-12 record. Kenny Moore II received an overall grade of 65.9 from Pro Football Focus as a rookie in 2017.
On September 9, 2018, Kenny Moore II started in the Indianapolis Colts' home-opener against the Cincinnati Bengals and intercepted a pass by Andy Dalton intended for Joe Mixon on the opening drive. He also made three combined tackles and had a pass deflection, but the Colts lost 34-23.
In 2018, the Indianapolis Colts finished the NFL season second in the AFC South with a 10-6 record, securing a playoff berth.
On January 5, 2019, Kenny Moore II started in his first career playoff game and intercepted a pass by Deshaun Watson intended for Ryan Griffin during a 21-7 victory against the Houston Texans in the AFC Wild Card Game. He also recorded six combined tackles, two pass deflections, and one sack.
On June 13, 2019, Kenny Moore II signed a four-year, $33.30 million contract extension with the Indianapolis Colts, including $9.00 million guaranteed upon signing, making him the highest-paid slot cornerback in the league.
On December 1, 2019, Kenny Moore II made four combined tackles before exiting during the third quarter of a 17-31 loss against the Tennessee Titans due to an ankle injury.
On November 1, 2020, Kenny Moore II returned an interception thrown by Matthew Stafford intended for Marvin Jones for 29 yards, scoring his first career touchdown during a 41-21 win against the Detroit Lions. He also recorded three solo tackles and two pass deflections.
On November 22, 2020, Kenny Moore II set a season-high with ten solo tackles as the Colts defeated the Green Bay Packers in overtime 34-31.
On December 5, 2021, Kenny Moore II recorded four combined tackles, two pass deflections, and tied his career-high with his fourth interception of the season off a pass from Tyrod Taylor intended for Davion Davis during a 31-0 victory against the Houston Texans.
On October 23, 2022, Kenny Moore II made four combined tackles and had his lone sack of the season for a seven-yard loss on Ryan Tannehill during a 10-19 loss against the Tennessee Titans.
On January 4, 2023, the Colts officially placed Kenny Moore II on injured reserve, rendering him inactive for the last five games of the season due to an ankle injury.
On February 14, 2023, the Indianapolis Colts announced the hiring of Shane Steichen as their new head coach. Steichen retained Gus Bradley as the defensive coordinator, and Kenny Moore II entered training camp slated as the de facto No. 1 starting cornerback.
On October 1, 2023, Kenny Moore II recorded eight combined tackles (five solo), set a season-high with two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass by Matthew Stafford to wide receiver Tutu Atwell during a 23–29 loss at the Los Angeles Rams.
On November 7, 2023, Kenny Moore II achieved a career-high by returning two interceptions for touchdowns during a 27–13 victory against the Carolina Panthers. He became the first Colts defensive player in franchise history to score more than one defensive touchdown in a single game, earning him AFC Defensive Player of the Week.
On March 14, 2024, Kenny Moore II signed a three-year, $30.00 million contract extension with the Indianapolis Colts, including $16.00 million guaranteed upon signing and an initial signing bonus of $6.75 million. He was also retained as the Colts' No. 1 starting cornerback to begin the season.
On November 10, 2024, Kenny Moore II recorded eight combined tackles (five solo), set a season-high with two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass by Josh Allen to wide receiver Curtis Samuel as the Colts lost 20–30 against the Buffalo Bills.
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