The Falcons released wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud on October 21, 2025, citing personal reasons for his absence.

The Atlanta Falcons released wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud on October 21, 2025, after he missed the past two games and was inactive for the team’s loss to the 49ers. Head coach Raheem Morris cited private matters for McCloud’s absence but provided no further details. McCloud, who had six receptions for 64 yards this season, had been a healthy scratch in Week 6 and did not practice before the 49ers game. He had set career highs in 2024 but saw his role diminish amid struggles to connect with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and declining snap counts. The move clears roster space as the Falcons look to rebuild around Penix.