A wide receiver? A slot cornerback? Nope, the Pittsburgh Steelers are adding a running back to their practice squad roster after Tuesday’s cutdowns.
According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the Steelers are signing former Philadelphia Eagles back Boston Scott, who was cut after spending the summer with the Los Angeles Rams.
Scott was released in December 2018 by his drafted team, the New Orleans Saints, and immediately signed with the Eagles, where he’d spend six seasons.
During his time in Philadelphia, Scott logged 1,295 yards and 16 touchdowns on the ground, and 566 yards and one touchdown as a pass-catcher.
The Steelers could’ve been attracted to Scott because of his success as a kick returner, a spot that left a muddled picture after the preseason. In 2020, Scott finished the season 4th in kick returns and eighth in kick return yards. In 2022, he finished with the eighth-longest kick return of 66 yards.
Known as the “Giant Killer,” 10 of Scott’s 17 career touchdowns have come against the New York Giants. He has 86 carries for 414 yards (4.81 yards per carry) and 10 rushing scores to go along with 17 receptions for 222 yards versus New York.
The Steelers welcome the New York Giants to Acrisure Stadium in Week 8. Something tells me Scott will magically be a practice squad activation.
The #Steelers are expected to sign RB Boston Scott to their practice squad, source says. After a brief stint with the #Rams, the former #Eagles back is set to return to Pennsylvania. pic.twitter.com/KKbappFw4x
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) August 27, 2024
