2023 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Eric Scott Jr, DB, University of Southern Mississippi

• Name: Eric Scott Jr
• Position: DB
• College: University of Southern Mississippi
• Height: 6’1″
• Weight: 202 lbs
• Twitter: @ericscott12345
• Instagram: @eazy.1

What made you decide you wanted to be a football player?

Just the fact that I’ve seen a greater opportunity in Football rather than the other 2 HS sports that I had played (basketball & track).

What are you looking to achieve as a football player going forward?

1) Be the best football player I can possibly be. 2) I want to have longevity from a career standpoint in the NFL.

If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day who and why?

Darrelle Revis, I see a lot of similarities in his living style as well as football skills.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

Playing at Southern Miss home games as well as the traveling opportunities that came with playing for Southern Miss.

Which one of your family members inspires you the most and why?

My father, he’s my bestfriend he’s taught me everything I know.

What is your favorite defensive scheme and why?

I love nickel schemes, it’s what we ran at Southern 95% off the time it allows for great coverage especially slot type offenses.

What should we know about Eric Scott Jr the person?

He’s a outgoing, generous person that can make a friend wherever he’s at.

What stands out about your film the most?

Press man to man coverage and athleticism.

How do you handle challenges both in life and on the football field?

Prayer works wonders anytime I’m going through adversity my faith and prayer have always gotten me through the storm.

What would a team get in a player like you?

A lockdown specialist/elimination type player.

What do you love the most about the game of football?

The competition and opportunity.

Who is the most underrated player you’ve played with and why?

Me, I’ve been to small schools and been called the “underdog “, always wore that proudly.