During free agency of 2022, the 49ers signed a seldom used Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver in Ray-Ray McCloud to a two-year contract. McCloud, who was thought of as a gadget type of receiver, turned out to be a dynamic returner who gave the 49ers advantageous field position.
Ray-Ray had the second most punt return yardage in the NFL last season, including three returns over 20 yards. He even played the role of Deebo Samuel in a spot start, which led to a 71-yard touchdown run.
This season will be a contract year for McCloud.