A Colts training camp holdout is still in play for Kenny Moore
Kenny Moore reported to mandatory minicamp for the Indianapolis Colts but that doesn’t mean he’ll be at training camp without a new contract.
After skipping voluntary OTAs, Kenny Moore showed up to the Indianapolis Colts’ mandatory minicamp. Because of his desire for a new contract, many wondered if Moore would attend the mandatory three-day event or take whatever fines he was given.
Moore ultimately showed up, but he made clear that it’s not a given that he returns for training camp without a new contract. With two years remaining on his contract, Kenny believes that he is underpaid by Indy and wants a new deal that is more reflective of his status as a top corner in the NFL.
Whether or not the Colts give that to him remains to be seen. Indianapolis and Moore have expressed their love and commitment for each other but both sides understand that it’s a business and will hope to work towards a solution.
Kenny Moore reiterated his love for the city and the team. Added he wants to be on the field with his teammates. Did not commit to training camp at this point, and said he’s letting his agent handle that side of things. #Colts
— George Bremer (@gmbremer) June 8, 2022
Kenny Moore could holdout of training camp
Kenny Moore emphasized that he wants to play football, but also stated that he’s not a fan of the whole nickel slot corner designation, saying “I’m a corner at the end of the day. You guys watch the same games that we play.”
Moore also refused to commit to training camp saying that he’s taking things one day at a time. If he does ultimately holdout of training camp, the team can fine him, and both parties will be in a standoff.
To Moore’s claim that he’s more than a slot corner, he’s right. In fact, his role in Indy’s defense requires him to do more than a traditional corner. Moore defends on the outside and inside and sometimes is asked to play downhill.
With him only making $8.325 million annually, 47th amongst defensive backs, it’s not a question of if Kenny Moore is underpaid, it’s a matter of if the Colts are willing to pay him his worth before his contract expires.
No one wants to see Kenny Moore away from the team when training camp starts, so hopefully, the team can come to terms on a new deal with Moore.
