Rams sign longtime Eagles backup RB Boston Scott to a 1-year contract

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Veteran running back Boston Scott agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams on Wednesday. Scott spent most of the past six seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, rushing for 1,295 yards and 16 touchdowns while catching 71 passes for 566 yards and another score. He played in 75 games, starting 12. The 29-year-old Scott is most famous for repeatedly having big games against the New York Giants, scoring 10 of his 17 career touchdowns against the Eagles' NFC East rivals. He has rushed for 422 yards and nine TDs while adding 222 yards receiving and another score. FILE -Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott warms up during a NFL game Monday, Nov. 21, 2023