Ray-Ray McCloud: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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There is more than meets the eye regarding Atlanta Falcons wide Receiver Ray-Ray McCloud. Although football is his first love, McCloud is passionate about many off-field activities.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / February 2

Veteran Clemson Pro Highlighted as NFC ‘Unsung Hero’

A former Clemson standout recently got some love from this senior writer. NFL.com’s Kevin Patra highlighted one “unsung hero” from each team in the league, recognizing various players who didn’t make the Pro Bowl and “whose key contributions flew under the radar” this season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 26

Inside Falcons WR's Career Year: 'Hard to Take Ray-Ray McCloud Off the Field'

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- As Ray-Ray McCloud III stood behind the podium wearing a baggy gray T-shirt and shiny silver chain around his neck, the Atlanta Falcons receiver's face bore a smirk.

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Watch: Falcons WR bobbles pass, and Penix is intercepted

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

Clemson Pro Steps up To Make Young Fan’s Day

This Clemson pro took some time to make a kid’s day prior to the Sunday Night Football matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and Washington Commanders. Former Tiger and current Falcons wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud came through for a young fan before Sunday night’s game.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / November 4

Former Tiger Scores First Career TD as a Falcon

In Week 9 of the NFL season on Sunday, a former Clemson standout scored his first career touchdown as a member of the Atlanta Falcons. Wide receiver Ray-Ray

NFL News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 21

Eagles' DB Fined For Dustup With Falcons' WR

The NFL has fined Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson $11,255 for unsportsmanlike conduct and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud $10,528 for unnecessary roughness as a result of their dustup on Monday night where the Falcons ultimately earned a 22-21 comeback win.

Atlanta Falcons News / 5 GOATs / September 16

Ray-Ray McCloud punches CJ Gardner Johnson in front of official, immediately flagged

Atlanta Falcons receiver Ray-Ray McCloud was flagged for punching Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson late in the second quarter of the Week 2 Monday Night Football matchup.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / August 9

Ray-Ray McCloud’s surprising summer highlights evolving Falcons offense

From return specialist to starting slot receiver, McCloud’s ascent hints at the coming changes to the Zac Robinson-led Falcons offense. One of the biggest surprises of the first two weeks of Atlanta Falcons training camp is the emergence of Ray-Ray McCloud as the team’s primary slot receiver.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 4

How 'Spark' Free Agent WR Joined Atlanta Falcons, Became Slot Favorite

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- As Atlanta Falcons receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III stood on the outskirts of the IBM Performance Field at the end of mandatory minicamp in mid-June, his attention was drawn to the top of the hill in front of him.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Clemson Insider / June 25

Former Tiger Named Among Players Who Surprised Most at Minicamp

This Clemson pro turned heads and opened eyes during his NFL team’s minicamp, according to ESPN. ESPN named former Tiger and current Atlanta Falcons receiver/return

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / June 13

Clemson Pro Pegged as Player Who Could Become Star in ‘24

Ahead of the upcoming NFL season, a national outlet named this former Clemson standout among NFC players who could become stars in 2024. CBS Sports identified

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 18, 2024

Falcons Sign WR Ray-Ray McCloud

The Atlanta Falcons are making it official with one of their free agent signees. The Falcons announced on Monday that receiver Ray-Ray McCloud agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth up to $6 million.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14, 2024

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12, 2024

Ray-Ray McCloud calls out fan for comment about key Super Bowl play

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San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6, 2024

49ers Announce Four Week 18 Moves

The San Francisco 49ers announced a series of roster moves for their Week 18 game against the Rams. The full list includes: 49ers activated WR Ray-Ray McCloud from injured reserve.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 5, 2024

49ers to activate Ray-Ray McCloud, play him vs. Rams

Head coach Kyle Shanahan revealed that the San Francisco 49ers plan to activate wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud from the injured reserve list, a move likely to occur on Saturday.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / January 3, 2024

49ers open practice window for WR Ray-Ray McCloud

The San Francisco 49ers have opened the practice window for wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud, who was placed on the injured reserve list on December 9 due to a rib injury.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / December 26, 2023

Steelers Shot Down By Browns Great Joshua Cribbs After His Departure From Cleveland

For years now, the Pittsburgh Steelers have struggled to find an elite return man. Ray-Ray McCloud became the team's best option on special teams in years, but he quickly departed in free agency in 2022.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 9, 2023

49ers return specialist to miss at least four weeks with rib injury

The San Francisco 49ers' depth on special teams is about to be tested.

San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / December 9, 2023

49ers' latest injury news will force rookie into bigger role

The San Francisco 49ers have a new hole to fill on their roster after placing wide receiver and starting kick returner Ray-Ray McCloud on injured reserve.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 23, 2023

A former Steeler will win first Super Bowl this season

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / November 23, 2021

Steelers place WR Ray-Ray McCloud on COVID-19 list

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