Matt Scott (American football)

Matt Scott (born September 20, 1990) is an American football quarterback who was most recently a member of the Edmonton Eskimos. Scott was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2013.

High school career

Scott attended Centennial high school in Corona California. His senior year he led his football team to a 9-1 regular season record, his only loss came to Mater Dei who was led by quarterback Matt Barkley. Scott then led his team to the state championship game where they lost 31-37 to De La Salle. Before his senior season began Scott committed to Arizona. He chose Arizona over Minnesota and various other programs. He was rated a four star prospect by Rivals.com and the fifth ranked dual threat quarterback in the country. He is the youngest of four boys, three of which played quarterback at his high school, Centennial.

College career

In his freshman season Scott was the backup to senior Willie Tuitama and was used mostly as a change of pace quarterback who could run the ball. In this role Scott gained 188 yards rushing averaging 8 yards per carry and scoring two touchdowns. In his limited opportunities to pass he completed 7 of his 11 attempts for 84 yards and 1 touchdown.