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Chris Ballard indicates Colts could release Kenny Moore if trade fails to develop

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Colts cornerback Kenny Moore is not participating in the team's voluntary offseason work after requesting a trade earlier this month. General Manager Chris Ballard indicated the Colts could give Moore a courtesy release if the team can't find a trade partner. โ€œThink very highly of Kenny, not only me personally but organizationally, and I know the city feels the same way,โ€ Ballard said, via Josh Bode of WISHTV.

com. โ€œAt the end of the day, talking to him, he just felt like it was time for a change . .

. . Because of our respect level for Kenny, we said OK.

Not always easy, especially when you get a pillar thatโ€™s been a pillar, not only on our team but in the community. โ€ Moore is entering the final season of his contract, scheduled to make a base salary of $9. 49 million and count $13.

1 million against the cap in 2026. Trading or releasing the slot corner before June 1 would save the Colts $7. 06 million with a $6.