PHILADELPHIA – Eagles running back Boston Scott was working on the field at the NovaCare Complex, working on drills with his teammates who are participating in the Phase 2 section of the offseason workouts.
Scott has practiced at the complex since he signed with the Eagles in 2018. Scott had a chance to play elsewhere this offseason, being that he was a free agent. However, Scott decided to sign a one-year deal to remain with the Eagles, putting him in line to be one of the primary backups to starter Miles Sanders.
Scott said that his decision to remain in Philadelphia made sense because of his familiarity with the team and the city.
“It’s where I’ve been able to make my mark,” Scott said. “I love the city of Philadelphia. I love the team, I love the organization, and I love the fans. I really feel like Philadelphia has embraced me. Going into the second year, I love to have some continuity and see where it goes as far as what we can do. I’m excited about the team, the offseason, and what’s in the future.”
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Last season, Scott ran for 373 yards, averaging 4.3 yards a carry while scoring seven touchdowns. Scott even filled in as the starter for four games after Sanders missed time with a hand injury. Scott split snaps last season with Kenneth Gainwell and Jordan Howard despite playing with the first-team offense during the brief stretch.
Scott acknowledged that there are some challenges with being a reserve running back and not knowing how many snaps he would get in a game.
“I think continuity is a big thing,” Scott said. “At the end of the day, this is the NFL. Your job is to show up. When you’re presented with those opportunities, maximize those opportunities, period. There are no excuses. Nobody within those lines cares about what’s going on in your life. Your job is to show up and do what you’re supposed to do. That’s what I’ve tried to focus on, but it can be difficult.”
Now having a second year in the offense called by head coach Nick Sirianni, Scott has noticed a difference in how the offense has been working out and operating this year compared to 2021.
“We’ve had an opportunity to get to know the coaches better,” Scott said. “From the first year, we had some growing pains and things to build off of. Going into the second year, you can definitely feel that we’re just cleaning stuff up. There’s not as much anxiety or stress around with a first go-round and waiting to see what happens. It’s been cool to be in the building with the guys and connecting with the coaches. It’s been fun.”
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Chris Franklin may be reached at cfranklin@njadvancemedia.com.
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