5 Rams who are locking up versatile roles after preseason Week 2

(2) - All Purpose RB Boston Scott

So far in two preseason games, veteran running back Boston Scott has been grinding out some tough but welcome yards on the ground for this offense. In two games, he has rushed 25 times for 123 yards. He has also caught three of three passes for 10 yards. all in one game. But most of all, he brings veteran leadership and production to a very young group of players.

That veteran leadership will ensure that he remains prepared to deliver at any moment. And that can mean a great deal for a team that needs to be versatile at the running back position. So far, Scott has been quite effective in preseason games. But what about when he faces true NFL starting defenses? No worries; he will be running behind the Rams starting offensive linemen.

And he has been doing that for some time in the NFL already.

When I see Boston Scott run, I cannot help but be reminded of other NFL running backs who have bit a bit undersized but who had huge impacts on their respective offenses. I am referring to RB Darren Sproles, RB Dave Meggett, and RB Warrick Dunn. While Scott is not quite at their levels yet, he flashed that offensive versatility for several seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Now he can showcase his versatility for the LA Rams.

He appears comfortable and crafty behind this Rams offensive line, despite the fact that they are the 2s. And he instinctively knows how to make the best of their savage blocks, making a first step into traffic before pivoting and dashing through an open lane as it breaks elsewhere. He knows how to stay in the shadow of offensive linemen until the last possible moment. The proof is in the pudding, as he is averaging nearly 5.0 yards per run.