The Tennessee Titans are sitting pretty with roughly $55 million in salary cap space—second only to the San Francisco 49ers, according to Over The Cap. As training camp approaches, veteran signings are heating up across the league, and the Titans have a clear opportunity to bolster their secondary.
One area of concern is nickel cornerback, where the depth chart is thin. Marcus Harris, a sixth-round pick from last year’s draft, is projected to start. Harris showed flashes in his rookie season after Roger McCreary was traded, but he also landed on season-ending IR. Head coach Robert Saleh recently praised Harris unprompted at minicamp, which is a vote of confidence—but the Titans lack reliable alternatives. Alontae Taylor could slide inside from the boundary, but that would create a hole on the outside.
Enter Kenny Moore II, a veteran cornerback recently released by the Indianapolis Colts after a failed trade attempt. Moore has been one of the NFL’s top nickel corners for years, and his connection to the Titans’ coaching staff adds intrigue. He previously played under new Titans defensive coordinator Gus Bradley in Indianapolis, meaning he could quickly absorb the playbook and bring maturity to the secondary.
There’s also buzz that Moore might transition to safety later in his career—ESPN’s Adam Schefter referred to him as a safety in a recent report. That versatility could address another depth issue for Tennessee. However, the Titans must weigh whether signing Moore would stunt Harris’ development. Letting young talent grow is key for a rebuilding roster, but if Bradley and Saleh prioritize experience and leadership, Moore could be the perfect fit to stabilize the defensive backfield.
