2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jonero Scott, RB, Miles College

• Name: Jonero Scott
• Position: Running back
• College: Miles College
• Height: 5’9
• Weight: 200
• Twitter: @joneroscott8
• Instagram: @joneroscott

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2026 NFL Draft?

I am do it all back with being able to run the ball effectively, consistently catch passes out of the backfield, and great at protecting the QB.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?

One thing NFL teams should know about me is that I’m a hardworking coachable player that’s ready to learn at the next level and be blessed with an opportunity.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?

I could donate to one cause in the world it would be the single parent project. Being raised in a single parent household I know what that struggle feels like and I want to help change as many lives as I possibly can.

Who was your role model?

My role model was and still is my older brother Jonathan Scott. We are like three years apart so I was able to grow up with him and we pretty much did everything together. 

Who is your favorite NFL team?

Baltimore Ravens just recently became my favorite team after a scout came and interviewed me and a couple of teammates at school. 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

I would say the most underrated teammate at my school is Jaih Andrews. He is a natural ball player with great route running and catching.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

My biggest pet peeve is things not starting on time.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

My favorite teacher ever is Mr. Bibbins from Woodlawn High School.

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?

The hardest moment in my life I had to overcome was being in a mental health facility for 7 days. It was the lowest point in my life and I just thank my Lord and savior that he brought me through my storm. 

If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?

Waffle House

What is your favorite snack food?

Cinnamon Toast Crunch 

What is your degree in?

Psychology 

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?

I would have dinner with Bernie Mac, Saquon Barkley, Floyd Mayweather Jr. I picked these three because I have a comedian to laugh at, the best running back in football who can give insight to help better my game, and the greatest boxer ever who brain I can pick about anything.

What is your biggest weakness?

My biggest weakness is that I can sometimes try to be perfect at everything which can sometimes lead to bad outcomes.