A former running back of the Pittsburgh Steelers is hanging up his cleats for good.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Boston Scott has announced his retirement from the NFL, according to multiple reports .
Scott, 30, signed with the Steelers practice squad in August of 2024, and he appeared set to join the running back competition behind the three players on the active roster: Najee Harris , Jaylen Warren and Cordarrelle Patterson .
However, Scott suffered an injury, partially tearing his meniscus in practice, and was placed on the practice squad injured list on Sept. 4 . The Steelers then released Scott with an injury settlement on Sept. 14.
Scott began his NFL career as a sixth-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints, but the Philadelphia Eagles signed him off their practice squad.
He went on to play in 75 games and make 12 starts for the Eagles over six seasons. His best statistical season came in 2021, when he played in 16 games, started four and rush 87 times for 373 yards and seven touchdowns.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott in a game against the Washington Commanders on Jan. 2, 2022. — All Pro Reels Photography
Scott's contract with the Eagles ended in March of 2023 and he was not retained. He then signed with the Los Angeles Rams on May 1 and spent training camp and the preseason in L.A., but he was released by the Rams on Aug. 25 and was the first player signed by the Steelers to their practice squad following roster cuts.
A native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Scott rushed for 1,295 yards and 16 touchdowns and recorded 71 catches for 566 yards and another score in his professional career.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Now : Former Steelers Running Back Announces Retirement
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