The San Francisco 49ers have traded for wide receiver Skyy Moore from the Kansas City Chiefs, sending a 2027 sixth-round pick and receiving a 2027 seventh-round pick in return as well.
Moore, 24, was a second-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, but has struggled to find playing time while with the Chiefs. He found himself on the outskirts of a crowded wide receiver room this offseason and is now joining the 49ers, who are in dire need of receiver help.
The 49ers have struggled with injuries at the position
for much of the offseason, which has especially popped up in training camp. Currently, San Francisco is down Brandon Aiyuk (ACL, MCL), Jauan Jennings (calf), Jacob Cowing (hamstring), and Jordan Watkins (high-ankle sprain).
Meanwhile, Demarcus Robinson will miss the first three games of the season, as head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed he’ll be suspended for the first three games for violating the
During the past two days, we’ve covered potential trade targets at wide receiver. We almost mentioned Moore, but decided to swing for the fences. Moore enters a contract year, so he has plenty to prove. Per Over the Cap, Moore won’t cost the 49ers more than $2 million this season. It’s a win-win as he’s a capable body, a former high draft pick, and comes into a situation where the Niners clearly want a “gadget” type of player.
