Bears sign RB Zavier Scott to active roster, release DB Nick McCloud

The Bears announced a pair of transactions on Tuesday afternoon.

They have signed running back Zavier Scott to their active roster. Defensive back Nick McCloud was released in a corresponding move.

Scott was elevated from the practice squad to play in each of Chicago’s last three games, so they would have had to expose him to waivers in order to bring him up on a temporary basis again. He has played exclusively on special teams and he’s been credited with five tackles and a forced fumble.

Scott also played 16 games for the Vikings last year. He ran 32 times for 114 yards and caught 14 passes for 98 yards and a touchdown.

McCloud had a fumble recovery in two appearances this season. He played in 15 games last season and has also played for the 49ers, Giants, and Bengals.