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Bears sign Ray-Ray McCloud III to bolster wide receiver depth

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 10:57 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Bears sign Ray-Ray McCloud III to bolster wide receiver depth

Summary

The Chicago Bears signed veteran wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III on August 10, 2026, amid injuries to their receiving corps. McCloud, entering his ninth NFL season, has experience as both a receiver and a returner. His addition comes after the Bears waived Kyron Hudson due to injury. Recent training camp injuries to receivers Luther Burden III and Zavion Thomas have prompted the team to seek additional depth ahead of their first preseason game against the Cleveland Browns. McCloud is expected to compete for a spot on the 53-man roster during training camp.

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Status Watch

•McCloud has returned 140 punts for 1,326 yards in his career.
•Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin strain.
•Zavion Thomas is day-to-day with knee soreness.
•The Bears have two joint practices scheduled with the Bengals and Titans.
•McCloud likely competes for a final roster spot with Scotty Miller and Kaden Davis.

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10:57 PMYahoo Sports — Bears Sign Veteran Ray-Ray McCloud III for Wide Receiver Roster Depth

What they're saying

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With injuries thinning the receiving corps, Chicago secures a versatile playmaker. Ray-Ray McCloud brings return-game experience and depth at wide receiver.
— Yahoo Sports

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