US EditionFormer Eagles Rb Boston Scott Retires From Nfl
Boston Scott, known as the 'Giant Killer,' retires after six NFL seasons with 20 career touchdowns, including 11 against the New York Giants, and 75 games played.
- On Wednesday former Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott announced his retirement on his official X account after six seasons with the team from 2018-23.
- After spending 2024 on practice squads, Scott experienced releases by the Los Angeles Rams and Pittsburgh Steelers following a practice-squad injured-reserve stint.
- Over six seasons, Scott compiled 3,408 all-purpose yards, 20 total touchdowns, and earned $11.468 million, appearing in 75 regular-season games with 12 starts.
- A fan favorite in Philadelphia, Scott became known as the 'Giant Killer' for his standout performances against the New York Giants and signed with Dignitas to work as a content creator.
- Reflecting on his career, Scott wrote, 'the decision carried mixed feelings,' three years after his last regular-season game, supporting coaches and teammates.
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Former NFL running back Boston Scott calls it quits at 30, reveals feelings of 'anger, bitterness'
Three years after his last NFL game, Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott has retired, capping a remarkable journey from Louisiana Tech walk-on to the pros.
Former Eagles favorite, 'Giant Killer' Boston Scott retires from NFL
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