Legendary Dolphins receiver Nat Moore honored with eponymous street near his alma mater
One legendary Miami Dolphins player will have his name forever enshrined near where he grew up.
A section of Northwest Second Avenue between 59th and 62nd Street was named “Nat Moore Way” on Wednesday after the former Dolphins receiver. The street sign is located just a stone’s throw away from Miami Edison High School, Moore’s alma mater.
“It’s somewhat amazing that it’s across from the high school that gave me my opportunity,” Moore, 73, said in a video that the Dolphins posted Friday afternoon on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
Added Moore: “Edison was the start. To be here on 62nd Street and Second Avenue is somewhat amazing. My family’s home was less than six blocks from here. This is full circle.”
The street renaming not only honored his on-field contributions but what he has done in the community as well. In 1998, Moore started an eponymous foundation to provide educational, cultural and recreational activities for undeserved youth. A partnership with the Dolphins created the Nat Moore Endowment Fund in 2018 to further grow the reach of his foundation, which has awarded about $2 million in academic and vocational scholarships.
Even the trophy that honors the best high school football player in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties bears his name.
“Nat Moore is so deserving,” City of Miami Commission Chairwoman Christine King said in a video that captured the street renaming on Wednesday. “Not only is he one of the best Miami Dolphin players ever but is also a big advocate for our community and for young people in our community.”
Born in Tallahassee, Moore moved to Miami in his youth and later graduated from Edison. He attended University of Tennessee-Martin and Miami-Dade Community College before eventually going to University of Florida to play running back. In his two years in Gainesville, Moore led the Southeastern Conference in yards and touchdowns from scrimmage as a junior.
The Dolphins picked Moore in the third round of the 1974 NFL Draft. Moore would play his entire 13-year career for his hometown team. He received his sole Pro Bowl and All-Pro honor in 1977. Moore retired in 1987 as the Dolphins’ all-time receiving leader with more than 500 catches and 7,500 yards. His team records stood until 1991, though his 74 touchdowns through the air still ranks second.
Despite his success, Moore never abandoned his roots. In 1984, he was named the Dolphins’ “Man of the Year.” A year later, he earned the then- Byron White Humanitarian Award, now known as the Alan Page Community Award, which honors the player who made the biggest impact in either their hometown or team city. Upon his retirement, the name of the Dolphins’ community service award was changed to the Nat Moore Community Service Award.
“You truly are a key part of our history so we give you thanks,” Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine-Cava said Wednesday.
Since 2013, Moore has worked as the Dolphins’ senior vice president of special projects and alumni relations, helping former players stay connected with the team as well as assisting Dolphins Vice Chairman, President and CEO Tom Garfinkel with various programs.
In spite of Moore’s accomplishments both on and off the field, he remains as humble as ever.
“So many people were apart of the things we been able to accomplish here in South Florida,” Moore said Wednesday. “To be honored for that is great but I also realize it’s not about me — it’s about the work that we’ve all done.”
This story was originally published May 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM.
