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Former Eagles RB Boston Scott Retires from NFL
The 30-year-old running back played six seasons in the league, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Mar. 19, 2026 at 1:55am
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Boston Scott, a 5-foot-6, 204-pound running back who spent six seasons in the NFL, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles, announced his retirement on Wednesday. Scott, 30, appeared in 75 regular-season games (12 starts) for the Eagles from 2018-2023, rushing for 1,295 yards and 16 touchdowns while also catching 71 passes for 566 yards and one touchdown.
Why it matters
Scott's retirement marks the end of a successful NFL career for the former sixth-round draft pick out of Louisiana Tech, who overcame long odds to become a productive player in the league despite his smaller stature. His retirement also leaves the Eagles in need of backfield depth behind starting running back Miles Sanders.
The details
Scott was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL Draft but was released at the end of training camp that year. He signed to the Saints' practice squad in September 2018 before being released in December and signing with the Eagles the same day. Scott spent the next six seasons in Philadelphia, appearing in 75 regular-season games and making 12 starts. He rushed for 1,295 yards and 16 touchdowns while also catching 71 passes for 566 yards and one score.
- Boston Scott announced his retirement on Wednesday, March 19, 2026.
- Scott was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.
- Scott spent the 2018 season on the Saints' practice squad before signing with the Eagles in December 2018.
- Scott played for the Eagles from 2018 through the 2023 season.
- Scott spent time with the Los Angeles Rams and Pittsburgh Steelers leading up to the 2024 season before being released by the Steelers in September 2024.
The players
Boston Scott
A 5-foot-6, 204-pound running back who played six seasons in the NFL, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles, before announcing his retirement in 2026 at the age of 30.
Miles Sanders
The starting running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, who will need to find additional backfield depth following Scott's retirement.
What they’re saying
“I'm thankful for everything the game has given me and my family. I'm thankful for the coaches, teammates, and staff throughout my career that believed in me even when it wasn't popular.”
— Boston Scott
The takeaway
Boston Scott's retirement after six seasons in the NFL, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles, marks the end of a successful career for the undersized running back who overcame long odds to become a productive player in the league. His departure leaves the Eagles in need of additional backfield depth behind starting running back Miles Sanders.
