Over the course of nine seasons, Kenny Moore II developed a strong bond with the city of Indianapolis.
This spring, he had to make a difficult career choice for himself.
In the end, Moore came to the conclusion that he would be a better fit elsewhere and requested the Colts to use a trade to locate him a new residence. Earlier this week, Moore sought his release from Indianapolis, and the city granted his petition.
On Saturday night, Moore posted an emotional farewell to the city of Indianapolis on his social media profiles.
“I had a lot to take in when I understood I wouldn’t be wearing the horseshoe again, and before I realized it was time to speak about it, I had to mentally struggle with myself,” Moore stated. “At first, I thought it was too early, but God doesn’t make any mistakes. I’m happy to have lived in Indianapolis for the past nine years, and all that has happened in the previous year has a cause.
A waiver candidate who became one of the league’s top slot cornerbacks Moore quickly established himself as a prominent figure and leader in the locker room upon arriving in Indianapolis. He was fiercely protective of his teammates while also prepared to establish the bar in public if necessary.
“To my teammates… ” I love you guys more than you realize,” Moore penned. “Hands down, the friendship of the game is my favorite aspect. The times when we couldn’t stop laughing are my favorite, besides when we were able to get a W together. The things I’ll miss most are the preseason festivities, the locker room dance, the plane trip jokes, and the nonsensical chitchat. When I was at my lowest, you helped me get back on my feet, and you rejoiced with me during the highs. I appreciate the norm and the example. Always love. “
Moore expressed gratitude to the Lucas family, the Irsays, and the Colts company.
His last thank you was for the community itself, where his Love One Foundation—which was founded on Moore’s ability to form strong, lasting relationships with the individuals he assisted—made him a candidate for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Such was the strength of these relationships that he even taught part-time at Cardinal Ritter High School on his off days during the season.
“The support was genuine,” Moore wrote. “The support was felt. ” You respected me as a person first, you saw my heart through the community, and you valued the player I was. Words cannot adequately express how grateful I am for accepting me and my family.
After that, he made a promise.
The upcoming season will probably see Moore playing for a different NFL club.
However, he promised to return.
“I will not bid farewell; see you later,” wrote Moore. “Home is I-N-D-Y. “
