NFL rookie leaves team to pursue acting opportunity
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Key Points:
- The Cincinnati Bengals signed defensive back Ceyair Wright as an undrafted free agent in April after his college football career at Nebraska.
- Wright left the team to pursue opportunities in television and film, according to Bengals radio announcer Dan Hoard and head coach Zac Taylor.
- Zac Taylor expressed support for Wright's decision, noting it was difficult and involved balancing his passions for football and acting.
- Wright has prior acting experience, including roles in "Space Jam: A New Legacy," "Training Day," and TV sitcoms like "Grown-ish" and "2 Broke Girls."
- The Bengals signed Matthew McDoom to replace Wright on the roster.
