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Bengals rookie Ceyair Wright leaves camp to pursue acting career

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:14 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Bengals rookie Ceyair Wright leaves camp to pursue acting career
Summary

Ceyair Wright, a cornerback for the Cincinnati Bengals, has departed from training camp to focus on his acting career. Wright is known for his role as Darius James in *Space Jam: A New Legacy* and as Zeke in *Grown-ish*. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor confirmed the move during a press conference, noting Wright called to inform the team of his decision. In his absence, rookie Matthew McDoom has been signed to the team after being released by the Ravens. Further details about Wright's acting opportunities remain unclear.

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  • •Ceyair Wright left Bengals camp to pursue acting roles.
  • •Wright played Darius in *Space Jam: A New Legacy*.
  • •Bengals signed rookie Matthew McDoom to replace him.
  • •Zac Taylor confirmed Wright's decision during a press conference.
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  • 2:14 PMYahoo Sports — Why a Bengals rookie shockingly left the team mid-camp: 'Two of his passions were colliding'
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Cincinnati Bengals rookie Ceyair Wright left the team to reportedly pursue his other passion.

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