Career
Has appeared in 11 games for the Cougars, emerging as a key contributor at linebacker. Totaled 42 tackles, including 23 solo stops, with two tackles for loss during his USF career after beginning his collegiate career at the Division I level.
2025 (Redshirt Sophomore)
Played in all 11 games for the Cougars, totaling 42 tackles with 23 solo stops and 19 assisted tackles. Added two tackles for loss while becoming a dependable presence in the linebacker corps.
2023–2024 (North Dakota)
Spent two seasons at North Dakota. Redshirted in 2023 before appearing in 10 games on special teams and two games as a reserve linebacker during the 2024 season. Recorded three total tackles, including his first collegiate tackle at Iowa State.
High School
Four-year linebacker at Lakeville South High School, earning Second Team All-Metro honors twice and two All-District selections. Recorded 103 tackles, four tackles for loss, one forced fumble, four interceptions, and a pick-six during his senior season. Finished his prep career with 161 total tackles, 7.0 tackles for loss, two fumble recoveries, two forced fumbles, four interceptions, and two touchdowns. Helped lead Lakeville South to state championships in 2020 and 2021. Also competed in Olympic weightlifting and track & field.
Personal
Son of Chad and Tarra McCloud. Has three siblings: Brady, Cooper, and Dahsen.
