Nick McCloud
American football player (born 1998)
Nick McCloud (born July 9, 1998) is an American professional football cornerback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He has previously played for the Cincinnati Bengals, the San Francisco 49ers and the New York Giants. He played college football for the NC State Wolfpack and Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
College career
He played college football at North Carolina State University and the University of Notre Dame.
While playing for Fighting Irish in the 2021 Rose Bowl, McCloud went viral after getting hurdled by Alabama runningback Najee Harris.
Professional career
Buffalo Bills
McCloud signed with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent on May 1, 2021. He was waived by Buffalo during final roster cuts on August 31.
Cincinnati Bengals
McCloud was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Bengals on September 1, 2021. He was waived by the Bengals on November 4.
Buffalo Bills (second stint)
On November 8, 2021, McCloud was signed to the Buffalo Bills' practice squad.
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