The Chicago Bears have announced the signing of cornerback Nick McCloud to a one-year contract, enhancing their special teams unit. A product of the undrafted free agent class of 2021, McCloud has had a journey through various NFL teams, making a name for himself primarily on special teams. He joins the Bears to compete for a cornerback position following Jaylon Jones' departure to the Arizona Cardinals.

McCloud’s experience includes time with the Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals, and most recently, the New York Giants, where he showcased his abilities in 14 games during the 2022 season, making significant contributions on both defense and special teams. The Bears hope that his past performance and versatility will fill the gap left by Jones and bolster their secondary.