The Eagles’ expected addition of Kenny Moore IIlooks like more than a routine depth move.
Philadelphia and Moore are working through the final details of a one-year contract worth up to $3 million, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. The plan is reportedly for the former Indianapolis Colts defensive back to contribute at safety and nickel corner. That proposed role puts more attention on Marcus Epps after a difficult performance in Philadelphia’s 24-20 victory over the Tennessee Titans. Pro Football Focus charged Epps and Andrew Mukuba with three missed tackles each, accounting for half of Philadelphia’s 12 missed tackles. The safety group also struggled in coverage as Tennessee generated several explosive plays and stayed within striking
distance throughout the fourth quarter.
Moore gives defensive coordinator Vic Fangio another experienced option. The former Pro Bowler has spent most of his career covering slot receivers, but his tackling ability, instincts, and experience around the line of scrimmage could allow Philadelphia to deploy him at multiple spots.
The plan is for Kenny Moore to play safety and nickel corner for the #Eagles. https://t.co/AYaKwAY5Wd
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) September 22, 2026
His arrival would also give Fangio greater flexibility with Cooper DeJean. Moore could handle nickel responsibilities when DeJean moves elsewhere, or he could rotate at safety alongside Mukuba while Epps attempts to rebound from his uneven Week 2 showing. Moore will need time to learn the defensive terminology and establish himself within the rotation, so an immediate change should not be assumed. Still, a potential $3 million commitment and a clearly defined two-position role suggest the Eagles expect him to contribute once he is ready.
Epps entered the season as Philadelphia’s veteran presence at safety. Moore’s impending arrival means that role—and the snaps that come with it—can no longer be considered secure.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Kenny Moore’s planned role puts Marcus Epps under the microscope
