Colts get good news as Kenny Moore II likely avoids serious injury amid secondary crisis
Injuries have hit the Indianapolis Colts' secondary hard during training camp at Grand Park. JuJu Brents and Jaylon Jones remain out with hamstring injuries, Nick Cross is sidelined with a hip flexor, and rookie Justin Walley is lost for the season with a torn ACL.
But there's finally some good news — star nickel corner Kenny Moore II appears to have avoided a serious knee injury.
Colts' injury crisis eases with positive Kenny
Moore
II update
According to ESPN's Stephen Holder, details surrounding Moore II's knee injury suffered in Sunday night's practice remain limited, but early signs indicate it's not season-threatening. While there's no official timetable for his return, the initial outlook offers much-needed relief for a Colts defense already stretched thin.
Losing Moore II would have been a major blow. Since arriving in Indianapolis in 2017, the 29-year-old has been a cornerstone of the secondary, starting 104 games across four different defensive coordinators. His consistency, versatility, and leadership from the slot have made him one of the NFL's most dependable nickel cornerbacks.
Why Kenny Moore II's health could define Colts' defensive success in 2025
In the Colts' defensive scheme, Moore II's role goes beyond covering receivers, he's key in blitz packages, run support, and disguising coverage.
Without him, the Colts' defense would lose a dynamic piece that opposing offenses have to game-plan for. With several young defensive backs already sidelined, his absence would have left Indy scrambling to fill a crucial position with limited depth.
The 2025 season was already shaping up to bring change to the Colts' secondary, with a new scheme and fresh faces competing for roles. Moore II stood as the constant, offering stability amid transition.
His potential return in time for Week 1 would restore balance and veteran presence to a group in desperate need of both.
For head coach Shane Steichen and defensive coordinator Gus Bradley, keeping Moore II healthy could be the difference between a competitive defensive unit and one struggling to contain high-powered AFC offenses. While the team will continue to monitor his recovery closely, the early news is encouraging and for a Colts defense battered by injuries, that's a much-needed win in August.
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Suppose Moore II can return at full strength. In that case, Indianapolis will retain one of its most valuable defensive weapons, giving the secondary a fighting chance to hold up against elite quarterbacks this season.
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