The Chiefs released two "redundant" players from their roster to sign a contract with Omarr Norman-Lott.

Kansas City, MO – July 19, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs have made bold roster moves ahead of training camp, releasing wide receiver Skyy Moore and cornerback Joshua Williams to clear space for the signing of second-round offensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott, ESPN sources confirmed Friday. The cuts reflect a strategic overhaul as the team prepares for a Super Bowl LX push starting July 23.

Moore, a 2022 second-round pick from Western Michigan, has struggled to meet expectations, totaling just 54 catches for 499 yards and 2 touchdowns over three seasons, per Pro-Football-Reference. With Rashee Rice, Xavier Worthy, Marquise Brown, and rookie Jalen Royals vying for snaps, Moore’s role diminished, especially after a lackluster 2024 (12 catches, 90 yards). GM Brett Veach cited depth: “We’ve got young talent stepping up,” per Chiefs.com.

Williams, a 2022 fourth-round pick from Fayetteville State, faced a similar fate. With no guaranteed money on his 2025 contract, per Spotrac, and the addition of third-round pick Nohl Williams and veteran Kristian Fulton, his 22 tackles and 1 interception in 2024 weren’t enough. “We’re prioritizing upside,” Veach added, noting the $1.2 million cap savings.

The move paves the way for Norman-Lott, drafted 49th overall from Michigan. His four-year, $9.5 million deal, with $8.4 million guaranteed (88%), mirrors the San Francisco 49ers’ Alfred Collins contract, finalized July 16, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Norman-Lott’s college stats—1 sack allowed in 14 games, 87.2 PFF grade in 2024—position him as a potential swing tackle, critical after the offensive line’s Super Bowl LIX struggles (40-22 loss to Philadelphia).

Coach Andy Reid welcomed the signing: “Omarr brings size and agility to protect Patrick Mahomes,” Reid said, per Chiefs.com. At 6-foot-6, 325 pounds, Norman-Lott’s athleticism, honed at Michigan, addresses depth needs, especially with Wanya Morris inconsistent. The $6.1 million cap relief, per NFL.com, allows pursuit of a veteran cornerback, boosting Mahomes’ 4,803-yard 2024 season.

Fans on X cheered, with @ChiefsKingdomX posting, “Norman-Lott over Moore? Smart move!” The cuts, though bittersweet, align with the Chiefs’ $11.5 million cap space strategy, per Spotrac, to optimize for Super Bowl redemption. Can this roster tweak propel Kansas City to glory? Stay tuned to ESPN for camp updates.