The Irish have hit the transfer portal jackpot once again, this time going to North Carolina State and adding cornerback Nick McCloud. An injury held McCloud to only two games last year, his final season after being named a captain.
Matthew 20:16
beyond grateful for the opportunity!
ready to get to work! 🍀 pic.twitter.com/qBMmQx8AYj— Nick McCloud (@NickMcCloud4_) May 11, 2020
In his four years at NC State, McCloud totaled 105 tackles, 3 interceptions and 20 passes defended. What Brian Kelly is getting from McCloud is a talented player who will bring valuable experience to the Irish’s defensive backfield.
The Irish have reworked their secondary, with Ohio State transfer Isaiah Pryor as another player who didn’t start his career in South Bend. McCloud will battle Shaun Crawford and TaRiq Bracy for one of the corner starting spots and should have an impact this year, his only year where he will be able to wear the Blue and Gold.