With less than two weeks away from the NFL draft, the Dallas Cowboys need secondary help. A unit that was gashed for the league’s second-highest yards per attempt (6.1) has already taken some steps to address the problem under new defensive coordinator Christian Parker. But Dallas may have also gotten a leg up in addressing that issue, thanks to Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Moore and the Colts “mutually have agreed to seek a trade and a new home for the veteran cornerback.”
While Schefter added that “Moore is entering the last year of his contract, and both sides feel it is time to explore a trade,” the Cowboys should be interested and could add a veteran who could make their defense much improved in 2026.
Kenny Moore Trade Makes Too Much Sense for Cowboys to Pass Up
The Cowboys have had a busy offseason, and the secondary has been a key focal point. Dallas added safeties Jalen Thompson and P.J. Locke in free agency; the corner position could use some work, though, even with the return of DaRon Bland and the addition of Cobie Durant. While the Cowboys have been high on Shavon Revel, there’s no guarantee he’ll improve after a rough rookie season, and it could lead to a veteran like Moore being added to stabilize the group.
Moore has been solid throughout his career, averaging a 68.8 overall grade over his nine seasons in the NFL, according to Pro Football Focus. He was also solid in coverage in 2025, allowing 43 catches for 540 yards and a touchdown while coming away with an interception and three pass breakups on 66 targets. While he was a bit grabby with six penalties (two declined), he’s a player who can hold his own in the starting lineup, which is something Dallas needs right now.
A potential contract extension could be a holdup. Spotrac’s market value projection of $5.6 million isn’t a lot, and Moore suggested his bigger issue is his scheme fit, according to ESPN’s Stephen Holder. With Moore’s 84.4 PFF grade against the run ranking fifth among all cornerbacks last season, he could also fit well in Parker’s scheme and allow Bland to play on the outside, likely in place of Revel.
Such a move wouldn’t be an indictment on Revel as much as it would allow him time to develop. After returning from a torn ACL, which he suffered in his final collegiate season, Revel didn’t look like himself, and having him in a reserve role would allow him to soak up reps he didn’t receive before taking the field last year, potentially benefiting him in the long run.
If Moore isn’t looking for a contract extension, which is unlikely given Schefter mentioned it in his post, it could be a stopgap that helps the Cowboys this upcoming season and down the road. Even if a deal is needed, it’s a small price to pay, even if Dallas dips into its draft capital, making Moore a perfect solution for the Cowboys’ secondary woes.