History of Elijah Moore in Timeline

Elijah Moore is an American professional football wide receiver. He played college football at Ole Miss before being drafted by the New York Jets in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft. He is known for his skills as a wide receiver in the National Football League.

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March 27, 2000: Elijah Moore Born

On March 27, 2000, Elijah Danilo Moore, an American professional football wide receiver, was born.

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2019: Egg Bowl Penalty and Firing of Matt Luke

In 2019, during the Egg Bowl game against Mississippi State, Elijah Moore received a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. Ole Miss lost 21-20 and as a result, Ole Miss fired head coach Matt Luke.

October 31, 2020: Record-Setting Game Against Vanderbilt

On October 31, 2020, Elijah Moore set a school record for receiving yards in a game with 238 while also tying the Ole Miss game records for receptions with 14 and touchdown catches with three in a 54–21 win over Vanderbilt.

July 21, 2021: Signed Rookie Contract with Jets

On July 21, 2021, Elijah Moore signed a four-year rookie contract with the New York Jets, worth $8.94 million.

December 11, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 11, 2021, Elijah Moore was placed on injured reserve due to a quad injury.

2021: Opted Out of Final Game and All-America Selection

In 2021, Elijah Moore opted out of the Rebels' final regular season game to prepare for the NFL draft. He was named first-team All-SEC and a consensus first-team All-America selection.

2021: Drafted by the New York Jets

In 2021, Elijah Moore was drafted by the New York Jets in the second round of the NFL draft.

October 20, 2022: Trade Request from the Jets

On October 20, 2022, Elijah Moore requested a trade from the Jets, citing frustration with his role in the offense.

March 22, 2023: Traded to Cleveland Browns

On March 22, 2023, Elijah Moore was traded to the Cleveland Browns along with a third-round pick in exchange for a second-round pick.

2023: 2023 Season Performance

In 2023, Elijah Moore finished his campaign with 59 receptions for 640 yards and two touchdowns, with his best performance coming against his former team, the New York Jets.

2024: 2024 Season Performance

In 2024, Elijah Moore finished the season with 61 receptions for 538 yards and one touchdown. In Week 13, he had eight receptions for 111 yards against the Denver Broncos.