The Eagles have been busy today in terms of deals concerning their backfield, and one involving an incumbent has been agreed to. Philadelphia is set to re-sign running back Boston Scott, reports Tom Pelissero of NFL Network (Twitter link). The contract is one year in length, and has a value of roughly $2MM, Pelissero adds.
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Besides a brief stint with the Saints, Scott has spent his entire five-year career with the Eagles. He’s been a valuable reserve/spot starter for the Eagles, collecting 17 total touchdowns over the past four seasons. He’s been especially productive against the Giants, collecting 11 touchdowns and 668 yards from scrimmage.
Scott’s numbers were down a bit in 2022 following three-straight years of contributing at least 400 yards from scrimmage. He ultimately finished the 2022 campaign with 232 yards from scrimmage and a pair of touchdowns before adding another 70 yards and two scores in three postseason games.
Earlier today, the Eagles agreed to terms on a deal with running back Rashaad Penny. The NFC champions enjoyed a career year from Miles Sanders in 2022 as the focal point of their elite rushing attack, but with the starter poised to be the best available FA option at the position, the Eagles likely determined that he priced himself out of Philly.
Jeez, for a few bucks more, the Giants could have replaced the less-than-ordinary Brightwell with Scott.
Plus, he looks like a far better insurance policy against
…against a Barkley injury.
Boston Scott is THE present-day Giants-killer. 17 regular season TDs with 10 of them against the Giants. Had another rushing TD in January’s playoff game, much to the dismay of the NYC tabloids.
Looks like Boston Scott will never get paid, despite consistent contribution.
It’s the life of a role player RB.
$2 million dollars a year for a 3rd or 4th string RB isn’t so bad.
How will he survive on $2mil for his 4 touches per game?