The Kansas City Chiefs officially traded wide receiver Skyy Moore to the San Francisco 49ers on Wednesday, sending Moore along with a 2027 seventh-round draft pick in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. This move marks the end of Moore’s four-year stint with Kansas City after a challenging and underwhelming tenure.
Although the Chiefs received limited draft capital in return, the trade reflected the team’s need to move on from a player who failed to meet expectations. Drafted in the second round of 2022, Moore never developed into a consistent offensive threat, leading to growing frustration among fans and analysts alike. In fact, aside from defensive end Breeland Speaks, Moore is considered one of the most disappointing draft picks made during general manager Brett Veach’s tenure.
Performance Struggles Cloud Moore’s Time with Kansas City Chiefs
Over 36 regular-season games, Moore recorded only 43 receptions for 494 yards and a single touchdown. His production dropped significantly in the 2024 season, where he appeared in five games, ran 29 offensive routes, but failed to catch any passes, dropping two targets in the process. After undergoing core muscle surgery, Moore was placed on injured reserve prior to Week 8, ruling him out for the remainder of the season. His last reception had come back in Week 13 of 2023 during a game against Green Bay.
Memorable Highlights Amid a Difficult Chiefs Career
Despite the struggles, Moore contributed critical plays at important moments. Notably, in the AFC Championship Game against Cincinnati during the 2022-23 season, he returned a punt 29 yards with less than 40 seconds remaining, setting up the Chiefs near midfield. This return helped Patrick Mahomes advance the offense into field goal range, leading to Harrison Butker’s game-winning kick that sent Kansas City to the Super Bowl.
Moore also found the end zone in Super Bowl LVII by catching a four-yard touchdown pass that increased the Chiefs’ lead over Philadelphia from 28-27 to 35-27. In his final action with Kansas City, Moore returned a punt 88 yards for a touchdown in a preseason game against Seattle, showcasing flashes of the ability that initially raised expectations.
Professional Conduct and Future Opportunities with the 49ers
Throughout his time in Kansas City, Moore maintained a professional attitude despite the team‘s and fans’ growing disappointment. The Chiefs organization has expressed well wishes for Moore as he embarks on his new chapter with the San Francisco 49ers, where he will look to revive his career and seize opportunities to contribute meaningfully.