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Eagles Add Veteran Pro Bowler Kenny Moore II to Practice Squad
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Core Move After Week 2 Victory
On September 22, 2026, the Philadelphia Eagles announced the signing of former Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II to their practice squad. The move follows the Eagles’ 24-20 win over the Tennessee Titans in Week 2 and adds veteran depth to a secondary that includes Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, Riq Woolen, Michael Carter II, Kelee Ringo and Andrew Mukuba.
Background & Context
Moore, 31, spent nine seasons (2017-2025) with the Colts, earning a Pro Bowl nod in 2021 after posting four interceptions and a career-high 102 tackles. He started 111 of 132 games, recorded 21 interceptions, 68 passes defensed, 11.5 sacks and six forced fumbles, and was a three-time Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee (2021, 2024, 2025).
The Colts released Moore on May 7 after an attempted trade fell through. He entered free agency, attracted interest from several teams, and agreed to the Eagles’ practice-squad deal.
Role and Strategic Fit
Team officials say Moore will be evaluated at safety and nickel corner, positions where the Eagles have dealt with injuries (DeJean’s calf and abdomen issues; Mukuba’s knee concern). Coach Nick Sirianni previously worked with Moore in Indianapolis, and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio views the veteran’s versatility—covering the slot, outside and blitzing—as a way to bolster depth without altering the current lineup.
The practice-squad arrangement lets Moore learn the Eagles’ terminology, improve conditioning and compete for a game-day role while the team retains flexibility at safety, where Marcus Epps’ recent missed tackles have drawn scrutiny.
Data & Statistics
| Category | Reported Figure(s) |
|---|---|
| Career games started | 111 of 132 |
| Career interceptions | 21 |
| Career passes defensed | 68 |
| Career sacks | 11.5 |
| 2025 season tackles | 55 total (source 1) or 34 solo (source 3) |
| 2025 season interceptions | 1 (both sources) |
| 2025 season passes defensed / breakups | 6 (both sources) |
| 2025 season forced fumbles | 2 (source 3) or 0 (source 1) |
The variation in 2025 tackle and forced-fumble counts reflects differing reporting.
Official Statements & Responses
- NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported the one-year contract could be worth up to $3 million.
- Eagles senior vice president Howie Roseman called Moore a “Swiss-army-knife” defensive back who provides an “insurance policy” for the secondary.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- The guaranteed amount remains unspecified.
- 2025 statistical line: total tackles are reported as 55 by one source and 34 solo by another; forced-fumble totals also differ. No official team statistics have reconciled these figures.
- No timeline has been given for a possible elevation from the practice squad to the active roster.
Impact and Outlook
Moore adds a proven slot defender who can also play safety, easing pressure on Marcus Epps after Week 2. The signing fits Philadelphia’s strategy of maintaining a deep, versatile secondary able to adapt to injuries and varied offensive schemes. If Moore adapts quickly to Fangio’s system, he could become a regular rotational piece, giving the Eagles added flexibility in both pass coverage and run support.