Fantasy Player Profile Nick McCloud
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Lands in Chicago
McCloud signed a one-year contract with the Bears on Monday.
Analysis: In 2024, the cornerback appeared in seven regular-season games with the Giants (162 defensive snaps, 115 special-teams snaps) and eight with the 49ers (52 defensive snaps, 97 special-teams snaps), recording 25 tackles (14 solo) in total as well as a pass defensed. McCloud has 16 starts in 48 career games, and his best statistical campaign came with the Giants in 2022, when he finished the regular season with 43 tackles (35 solo), including 1.5 sacks, and seven pass breakups. He should have a…read more
Published: Mon, Mar 24 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets cut
The Giants waived McCloud on Tuesday, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: McCloud had been a regular contributor on special teams in his seven games this season, but the Giants saw fit to move on ahead of Week 10. He'll now have to look for a new opportunity with another team.
Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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Will play Thursday night
McCloud (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Thursday night's game against the Cowboys, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: McCloud had missed the Giants' last two contests after sustaining a knee injury during the team's Week 1 loss to the Vikings. However, following a limited week of practice sessions, he'll return to the field Thursday night. Expect McCloud to start opposite Deonte Banks as part of the Giants' top outside cornerback duo in Week 4.
Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Estimated as limited
McCloud (knee) was listed as a limited participant on Monday's practice estimation, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: McCloud has missed back-to-back contests due to a knee injury sustained during the Giants' Week 1 loss, but his limited estimation Monday suggests he could return for Week 4. If McCloud still isn't past his knee issue by the time of Thursday night's game, expect Cor'Dale Flott to see more work with the Giants' first-team defense against the Cowboys.
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out versus Cleveland
McCloud (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: McCloud was injured in the Week 1 opener against the Vikings and will now miss his second straight contest. Deonte Banks, Cor'Dale Flott, Andru Phillips and Adoree' Jackson are slated to handle cornerback duties this week against Cleveland.
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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Still tending to injury
McCloud (knee) was listed as a nonparticipant on Wednesday's injury report, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: McCloud suffered the injury in Week 1 and was unable to play this past Sunday against the Commanders. As the Giants begin to prep for a Week 3 matchup with the Browns, the Notre Dame product will remain sidelined, He'll likely need to get back on the field in some capacity Thursday if he's going to play Sunday.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 2
McCloud (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Commanders.
Analysis: The fourth-year cornerback was unable to practice all week after suffering a knee injury in Week 1, so it's no surprise that he won't suit up Sunday. With McCloud sidelined, expect Adoree' Jackson and Tre Hawkins to see increased snaps in the Giants' secondary.
Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Day-to-day with knee issue
McCloud sustained a knee injury during Sunday's 28-6 loss to the Vikings and is considered day-to-day, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: The Notre Dame product's target return date seems to be up in the air, as Vacchiano also reported that he could miss "weeks" despite being listed as day-to-day. McCloud logged two total tackles and played 19 defensive snaps before sustaining the knee injury, and Adoree' Jackson and Tre Hawkins are expected to see more reps with the Giants' first-team defense as McCloud recovers.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits game with knee injury
McCloud is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Vikings due to a knee injury, Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: McCloud registered two solo tackles before exiting in the third quarter of Sunday's game. While McCloud remains sidelined, Adoree' Jackson will see more snaps at corner opposite starter Deonte Banks.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Stays in the Big Apple
McCloud (back) re-signed with the Giants on Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: McCloud finished his 2023 campaign on the sidelines after getting injured in the team's season finale against the Eagles. Healthy now, the Notre Dame product can focus on being ready for a third campaign in New York after signing his free-agent tender.
Published: Mon, Apr 15 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits game with back injury
McCloud (back) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Eagles, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: McCloud sustained the injury in the third quarter of Sunday's game. He had three solo tackles before exiting the contest.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Steps in with eight stops Week 17
McCloud recorded eight tackles (six solo) and forced a fumble in Sunday's loss to the Rams.
Analysis: McCloud got the start at cornerback in place of Deonte Banks (shoulder), and he finished with his highest tackle total of the campaign. McCloud has logged more snaps on special teams than on defense this season, but he could start against the Eagles in the Giants' regular-season finale next weekend if Banks is unable to suit up again.
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 7:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Avoids injury report
McCloud (groin) wasn't listed on the Giants' injury report Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Analysis: McCloud and the Giants felt confident that the young safety would be available for Week 1 after he sustained a groin injury toward the end of training camp. He'll provide depth in the secondary behind starters Jason Pinnock and Xavier McKinney.
Published: Wed, Sep 6 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Still recovering from injury
McCloud (groin) should be ready Week 1 against the Cowboys, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: McCloud's injury details aren't clear, but the Notre Dame product should make the team's roster as a depth option in the secondary, behind projected starters Xavier McKinney and Jason Pinnock at safety.
Published: Sun, Aug 27 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Picks up 1.5 sacks in Week 18 loss
McCloud totaled five tackles (two solo), including 1.5 sacks, in the Giants' loss to Philadelphia on Sunday.
Analysis: McCloud was one of the more prominent Giants to play in the contest with the team resting most of its starters. The second-year cornerback showed well in the loss, as he notched his most tackles since Week 13. McCloud also earned the first sacks of his career, combining with Jarrad Davis to take down Jalen Hurts in the first quarter and adding a solo sack in the following period. Adoree' Jackson (knee) appears to be on the brink of a return, and if he's able to play in Sunday's wild-card game…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 9:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Sunday
McCloud (illness) has been ruled active for Sunday's game against the Commanders.
Analysis: McCloud was in and out of practice Week 15 while dealing with an illness. Nevertheless, he'll still suit up for this important divisional matchup against Washington. With Adoree' Jackson (knee) and Rodarius Williams (coach's decision) both inactive, expect McCloud to continue playing an every-down role as one of four available cornerbacks for the Giants.
Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for Sunday
McCloud (illness) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Washington.
Analysis: McCloud didn't practice Thursday and was limited Wednesday and Friday due to an illness, leaving his status for Week 15 in jeopardy. Adoree' Jackson (knee) has already been ruled out for a fourth straight game, so if McCloud is also sidelined, Cor'Dale Flott, Darnay Holmes and Rodarius Williams would all be candidates for increased roles opposite Fabian Moreau.
Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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Tallies eight tackles Week 13
McCloud finished with eight tackles (six solo) and two defended passes Sunday in a 20-20 tie versus Washington.
Analysis: McCloud got his second straight start in the absence of Adoree' Jackson (hand), and he again played on 100 percent of New York's defensive snaps. He made the most of the opportunity by tying a career high with eight tackles -- a mark he had established against Dallas one week earlier. Jackson will miss at least one more game (and quite possibly more), so McCloud's time as a starter hasn't yet come to an end.
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 11:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Draws another start
McCloud is expected to start Sunday against the Commanders, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: McCloud should draw his second start in a row, while Adoree' Jackson (knee) remains out. The former will play opposite Fabian Moreau, while Zyon Gilbert plays nickel.
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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No injury designation for Week 5
McCloud doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Packers in London.
Analysis: McCloud missed three straight games after suffering a hamstring injury during the season opener, but he's in line to return in Week 5 after logging a full practice Friday. The second-year cornerback played exclusively on special teams during Week 1 before suffering the injury, so he'll likely garner a similar role against Green Bay.
Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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Remains out
McCloud (hamstring) will not play Sunday against the Bears, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: McCloud will be absent for the third straight week after suffering a hamstring injury in Week 1 against the Titans. He'll try to return in Week 5 against the Packers.
Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 6:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 3
McCloud (hamstring) is listed as out for Monday's game versus Dallas, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: McCloud suffered a hamstring injury during Week 1, and he'll now miss a second consecutive week as he recovers. He played exclusively on special teams before he got hurt in the season opener.
Published: Sat, Sep 24 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 2
McCloud (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Panthers.
Analysis: McCloud suffered a hamstring injury during the team's Week 1 win over the Titans and will be sidelined for at least one additional week. Aaron Robinson (appendix) has also been ruled out, so Darnay Holmes, Justin Layne and Cor'Dale Flott are all candidates for increased roles Sunday.
Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits with hamstring injury
McCloud sustained a hamstring injury during Sunday's win over the Titans, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: McCloud racked up two tackles on special teams against Tennessee but was unable to return to the game after suffering his hamstring injury during the second half. His status for next Sunday's game against Carolina remains to be seen.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 7:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Latches on with Giants
The Giants claimed McCloud off waivers Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: McCloud came into the league with Buffalo last year as an undrafted free agent. He was picked up and then released by Cincinnati after logging 13 defensive and 10 special-teams snaps over two games. The Bills picked him up again in the offseason but waived him Wednesday, and New York quickly jumped in to claim him. McCloud can play multiple positions in the defensive backfield and will likely be a depth piece for a thin Giants secondary.
Published: Sat, Sep 3 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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| Tackles | Turnover | Fantasy | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @DET, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 3 | DAL, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 5.00 |
| 4 | @LV, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 5 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | @WAS, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.50 |
| 7 | NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | @CIN, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.50 |
| 10 | NYG, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @MIN, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 12 | PIT, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 4.50 |
| 13 | @PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @GB, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 15 | CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | GB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @SF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | DET, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
- Football pops loose for turnover after Giants crunch Pringle on kick returnSun, Nov 19 at 12:06pm
The football pops loose for a turnover after New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud and safety Dane Belton combine to crunch Washington Commanders wide receiver Byron Pringle on kick return to begin the second half.
- Nick McCloud lays out for diving INT on Howell's deep launchSun, Nov 19 at 10:29am
New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud lays out for diving INT on Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell's deep launch.
- Nick McCloud's first NFL sack goes for 11-yard loss vs. HurtsSun, Jan 8 at 2:50pm
New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud's first NFL sack goes for 11-yard loss vs. Jalen Hurts as McCloud comes on a blitz leading to an Eagles fouth-down FG attempt.
- Giants' special teams comes up big on blocked extra-point attemptSun, Oct 23 at 12:18pm
New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud comes up big on special teams with a blocked extra-point attempt.
- Bills vs. Bears highlights | Preseason Week 2Sat, Aug 21 at 1:37pm
Watch the highlights from the 2021 preseason Week 4 matchup between the Buffalo Bills and the Chicago Bears.
- Nick McCloud gets INT vs. Dalton near end of first halfSat, Aug 21 at 11:47am
Buffalo Bills cornerback Nick McCloud intercepts a pass from Chicago Bears quarterback Andy Dalton.
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Up Next- Football pops loose for turnover after Giants crunch Pringle on kick returnSun, Nov 19 at 12:06pm
The football pops loose for a turnover after New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud and safety Dane Belton combine to crunch Washington Commanders wide receiver Byron Pringle on kick return to begin the second half.
- Nick McCloud lays out for diving INT on Howell's deep launchSun, Nov 19 at 10:29am
New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud lays out for diving INT on Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell's deep launch.
- Nick McCloud's first NFL sack goes for 11-yard loss vs. HurtsSun, Jan 8 at 2:50pm
New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud's first NFL sack goes for 11-yard loss vs. Jalen Hurts as McCloud comes on a blitz leading to an Eagles fouth-down FG attempt.
- Giants' special teams comes up big on blocked extra-point attemptSun, Oct 23 at 12:18pm
New York Giants cornerback Nick McCloud comes up big on special teams with a blocked extra-point attempt.
- Bills vs. Bears highlights | Preseason Week 2Sat, Aug 21 at 1:37pm
Watch the highlights from the 2021 preseason Week 4 matchup between the Buffalo Bills and the Chicago Bears.
- Nick McCloud gets INT vs. Dalton near end of first halfSat, Aug 21 at 11:47am
Buffalo Bills cornerback Nick McCloud intercepts a pass from Chicago Bears quarterback Andy Dalton.