Latest Update: April 25, 2026, 12:58 p.m. ET
- Devin Moore, a cornerback from the University of Florida, was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth round of the NFL Draft.
- A four-star recruit, Moore is an alumnus of Naples High School and previously played for the Florida Gators.
- He is the first graduate from Naples High to be drafted into the NFL since Carlos Hyde in 2014.
On Saturday, Dallas Cowboys chose University of Florida cornerback Devin Moore as the 114th overall pick in the NFL Draft, marking him as the 14th selection of the fourth round.
Having delivered an impressive senior season with the Gators, this Naples High alumnus is now set to bring his skills to Texas.
Get to Know Cornerback Devin Moore
Originally from Naples, Florida, Moore honed his high school football skills at Naples High School. He distinguished himself as a defensive back, starting from his freshman year.
During his tenure with the Golden Eagles, he recorded an impressive 160 tackles and 10 interceptions over 41 games, earning him an invitation to the 2022 All-American Bowl.
Emerging from high school as a four-star recruit, Moore made his commitment to Florida in December 2021.
Despite grappling with injuries during his time as a Gator, Moore delivered an outstanding senior season, achieving personal bests across the board, including 35 total tackles, two interceptions, three pass deflections, one sack, and a forced fumble.
Beyond his athletic achievements, Moore has also excelled off the field. In January, he received the prestigious 2025 GatorMade x Danny Wuerffel Man of the Year award, an accolade from the University of Florida that celebrates student-athletes for their leadership, community involvement, and resilience.
Devin Moore’s Performance at the NFL Combine
Despite having undergone groin surgery just months prior, Moore took part in the NFL combine held in February.
He recorded a 40-yard dash time of 4.50 seconds and measured in at 6 feet, 3 inches tall and 198 pounds.
Significance for Southwest Florida
Moore marks the first time Southwest Florida has had a player selected in the NFL Draft since 2023, when Lehigh defensive back Quan Martin was picked in the second round by the Washington Commanders.
The most recent player from Collier County to be drafted was Deadrin Senat, a defensive lineman from Immokalee, who was chosen by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round.
The last occasion a former Naples High School player was drafted into the NFL was in 2014, when running back Carlos Hyde was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the second round.