Skyy Moore: Trade| 40 yard dash| Scouting report| Contract| Injury

Introduction

Skyy Moore, the 2022 second-round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs (54th overall), embarks on a new chapter with the San Francisco 49ers after a roller-coaster tenure in KC. Despite flashes of greatness—highlighted by clutch postseason plays and special-teams magic—Moore struggled to find a consistent role in the Chiefs’ offense. As of August 20–21, 2025, he’s officially traded, bringing fresh opportunity and a chance to redefine his career under a new spotlight.

I. Trade: A Reset with the 49ers

On August 20–21, 2025, the Chiefs traded Skyy Moore to the San Francisco 49ers in a swap of late-round draft assets: Moore and Kansas City’s 2027 seventh-round pick went to San Francisco in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick.

The 49ers were facing a receiver crisis:

• Brandon Aiyuk recovering from torn ACL/MCL, out through Week 6.

• Jauan Jennings sidelined with calf issues and negotiating in contract limbo.

• Demarcus Robinson suspended for first three games for violating substance-abuse policy.

• Jordan Watkins and Jacob Cowing also hampered by injuries.

This created a void in depth that S.F. hoped Moore could fill—especially given his explosiveness shown in the preseason with an 88-yard punt return touchdown.

For the Chiefs, the move was largely symbolic—cutting a low-cost player who failed to develop into an offensive weapon—but also pragmatic, freeing roster space and a minimal cap hit.

II. 40-Yard Dash & Workout Metrics

In the 2022 NFL Combine, Skyy Moore clocked a 4.41-second 40-yard dash, placing him around the 81st percentile among prospects—solid, if not elite.

Other notable Combine/pro-day metrics include:

• Short Shuttle: 4.32 sec

• 3-Cone Drill: 7.13 sec

• Vertical Jump: 34.5 in

• Broad Jump: 125 in.

These numbers reflect average overall explosiveness, with particular quickness in short-area agility (short shuttle) but room for improvement in change-of-direction and burst drills (3-cone). They laid the foundation for his role as a gadget receiver and return threat.

III. Scouting Report: Skills & Projection

College & Early Profile

• At Western Michigan, Moore excelled with 171 receptions for 2,482 yards and 16 receiving touchdowns over three seasons Wikipedia.

• As an All-MAC First-teamer (2019, 2021) and Second-team in 2020, he displayed versatility playing various receiver roles.

Draft Evaluation

• Bleacher Report described him as “quicker rather than fast” but with the savvy to win versus press coverage, tracking deep balls, and versatility to operate both inside and outside formations—a reliable No. 2-type chain-mover.

• Draft Sharks emphasized his attacking route running, physicality after the catch, separation with sharp cuts, and dependability under pressure, noting he led WRs in 2021 with 26 missed tackles forced.

Combine with Traits

His Combine data confirmed moderate explosiveness; his film confered polish—strong hands, body control, and route technique—though he lacked jaw-dropping speed or size to dominate vertically, calling for creative usage.

NFL Career to Date

• With Chiefs, Moore tallied 43 receptions, 494 yards, and 1 touchdown in 36 regular-season games, failing to establish a definitive offensive role.

• Highlight plays: a punt return late in the 2022 AFC Championship that led to a game-winning field goal, and a touchdown in Super Bowl LVII Operator despite limitations, but inconsistency and injuries stunted progression.

IV. Contract: Cap Impact & Status

Skyy Moore is entering the final year of his rookie contract (2025 season), with a base salary around $1.51 million.

As a cost-effective depth piece, the 49ers acquired him for minimal cap space, expecting upside as both receiver and returner, especially amidst their injury crisis

For Kansas City, moving Moore off the roster freed up a roster spot and removed a stagnant option—they likely still pay his prorated signing bonus, but avoided further financial downside.

V. Injury History & Availability

Moore’s trajectory has been punctuated by injuries:

• In 2024, a core muscle injury landed him on injured reserve after just six games; he posted zero receptions that season.

• Despite health issues, he still produced special teams magic, notably the 88-yard punt return TD in the preseason—a last highlight before the trade.

While his health remains a question mark, his ability to remain available and contribute in crucial moments offers reason for the 49ers to invest in his upside.

VI. Looking Ahead: 49ers Role & Potential Impact

In San Francisco, Moore faces both opportunity and pressure. With S.F. thin at receiver, he could carve out a niche as a return specialist or scat-back slot receiver, similar to his role in college. Minimal financial commitment grants the 49ers flexibility to deploy him creatively in gadget plays, jet sweeps, and mismatches—especially near the goal line or in short-yardage scenarios.

A healthy offseason and preseason could help him compete for playing time, particularly if he impresses in quickness, hands, and reliability—in other words, all the traits that made him a standout in college.

VII. Final Thoughts

Skyy Moore’s journey reflects the volatile nature of NFL careers: early promise, flashes of excellence, and struggles with injuries and opportunity. The trade to San Francisco represents a clean slate, an opening for him to harness his quickness, route running, and special teams talent to redefine himself.

If Moore can stay healthy and adapt to a new system, he may emerge as a valuable depth piece or even more—turning what seemed like a stalled career in Kansas City into a turnaround story in the Bay Area.