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NegativeRoleAug 21, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Ray-Ray McCloud was involved in a scuffle during the joint practice when he threw a punch at a Bengals defensive back. McCloud was surrounded by Bengals DBs with no backup but chose to take a swing anyway, which led to a larger skirmish with Bengals players piling onto him.

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NegativeRoleAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ray-Ray McCloud was involved in a skirmish during the joint practice when he threw a punch at a Bengals defensive back. McCloud was surrounded by Bengals DBs with no backup but chose to take a swing anyway, which led to a larger skirmish that eventually calmed down.

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PositiveUsageAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Veteran Ray-Ray McCloud stood out in the Bears' preseason opener with three catches for 63 yards; the source notes he is among the veterans competing for the final roster spot at receiver.

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PositiveUsageAug 18, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Veteran Ray-Ray McCloud stood out in the preseason opener with three catches for 63 yards; the source notes he is in contention for the sixth and final receiver roster spot, with special teams value playing a big role.

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PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver is competing for the WR6 spot, described as the most competitive roster battle on the Bears; has been making his case during camp.

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PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Wide receiver competing in the most competitive roster battle for WR6 snaps; the source notes McCloud has been making his case alongside Scotty Miller, Kaden Davis, and Maurice Alexander.

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PositiveUsageAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McCloud was found open by Keenum for 28 yards down to the 12-yard line on a 4th-and-2 conversion, setting up a subsequent touchdown drive for the Bears.

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PositiveRoleAug 15, 2026Dawgs By Nature

McCloud was open for a 28-yard catch from Case Keenum on a 4th-and-2 conversion, moving the ball down to the 12-yard line.

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PositiveUsageAug 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ray-Ray McCloud caught a long touchdown from Case Keenum in stride, getting behind the defense for the play of the day during Bears training camp practice.

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PositiveUsageAug 13, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Caught a long touchdown pass from Case Keenum in practice, getting behind the defense for the play of the day; demonstrates receiving ability and connection with QB2.

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PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Ray-Ray McCloud was signed by the Chicago Bears following Luther Burden's groin injury, suggesting that Burden's Week 1 return is far from a sure thing and the Bears will be cautious with their star receiver.

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PositiveRoleAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Bears signed veteran wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud, who has had success in Atlanta both as a receiver and as a returner. This move adds depth to the Bears' receiving corps and special teams unit.

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PositiveRoleAug 11, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Ray-Ray McCloud was signed by the Bears to bolster their wide receiver depth. The source notes he has had success in Atlanta both as a receiver and returner, providing the Bears with versatility in their receiving corps.

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NegativeProjectionAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McCloud's most productive receiving year came in 2024 with the Falcons, when he tallied 62 catches for 686 yards and one touchdown. In that 2024 season, he ranked No. 68 among 90 qualified wide receivers in PFN WR Impact Scoring.

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NegativeRoleAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McCloud, entering his ninth NFL season at age 30, has been signed by the Bears as a veteran wide receiver and return specialist. He has played in 100 games across six teams, typically serving as a backup receiver; he led the NFL with 367 punt return yards in 2021 with the Steelers. At 5'9" and 190 pounds, he began his career in the slot but has taken a higher percentage of snaps out wide in each of his last four seasons.

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NegativeRoleAug 10, 2026Windy City Gridiron

McCloud signed with the Bears as a veteran wide receiver entering his ninth NFL season. In 2024 with the Falcons, he recorded 62 catches for 686 yards and 1 touchdown, ranking No. 68 among 90 qualified wide receivers in PFN WR Impact Scoring. He has primarily served as a backup wide receiver and return specialist throughout his career, though he has taken a higher percentage of offensive snaps out wide in each of his last four seasons compared to his earlier slot-focused role.

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NegativeRoleAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ray-Ray McCloud signed with the Bears on Monday, waiving Kyron Hudson to create roster space. McCloud played for both the Falcons and Giants last season, recording six catches for 64 yards in four games with Atlanta and one catch for five yards in two appearances with New York. He has career experience with the 49ers, Steelers, Panthers, and Bills, totaling 159 catches for 1,523 yards and two touchdowns. McCloud also has punt and kickoff return experience.

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NegativeRoleAug 9, 2026Pride Of Detroit

The 5-foot-9, 190-pound eight-year veteran last significantly contributed in 2024, when he started 13 games for the Falcons and put up 686 yards. The Lions worked him out amid Cedrick Wilson Jr. missing practice, suggesting Detroit may need receiver reinforcements.

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NegativeRoleAug 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McCloud (5-foot-9, 190) is an eight-year veteran who last significantly contributed in 2024, when he started 13 games for the Falcons and put up 686 yards; his workout with Detroit comes as the Lions work out receiver depth following Cedrick Wilson Jr.'s unexplained absence from practice, suggesting Detroit may need reinforcements at the position.

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PositiveRoleNo dateNFL.com News

McCloud had a great day in the Bears' preseason game under Ben Johnson's offense, as the Bears shredded the Browns' backup defense once Cleveland sent in their backups.

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