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49ers open practice window for WR Ray-Ray McCloud

Originally posted on 49ers Webzone | By David Bonilla | Last updated 1/3/24

The San Francisco 49ers have opened the practice window for wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud, who was placed on the injured reserve list on December 9 due to a rib injury.

49ers opened the practice window for Ray-Ray McCloud.— Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) January 3, 2024

The team has faced challenges in solidifying the return game during McCloud's absence, underscoring the significance of the potential availability of this key special-teams player for the playoffs.

Wide receiver news: Both Jauan Jennings and Ray-Ray McCloud are back at practice. pic.twitter.com/VuQ3kqAFQ5— Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) January 3, 2024

San Francisco has secured the NFC's top seed and home-field advantage, which means McCloud won't be needed until the weekend of January 20, at the earliest.

McCloud has appeared in 11 games this season, contributing with 22 punt returns for 186 yards (8.5 average) and 10 kickoff returns for 225 yards (22.5 average).

This article first appeared on 49ers Webzone and was syndicated with permission.

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