Sam Scott Waits on NFL Dream After Standout Wyoming Pro Day
- Jeff Bugher
- Apr 25
- 4 min read
Updated: May 1
OMAHA, Neb. – As day three of the NFL Draft unfolds, former University of Wyoming running back Sam Scott is awaiting whatever comes next in his football career. The fact that he's even a running back is interesting, as he came to Wyoming to play defense.
“I’m in Omaha with family, where I’ll be watching more on the edge of my seat a little bit more and more. I'll just kind of get an understanding of where I could potentially end up.”
Scott had a challenging road following his final snap in a Wyoming uniform in Hawaii, where injury forced him to take a different path than many draft prospects.
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“After my last snap, I had to get my foot checked out because I had a Lisfranc injury, but I didn't need any surgery for it,” Scott said. “Basically, it was in a boot for about a month, and I was rehabbing at Wyoming, and then I just continued my training also at Wyoming. I just trained under the Wyoming strength staff and prepared for my pro day there.”
Sam didn't go to an offseason conditioning program like many NFL prospects do; he opted to stay in Laramie.
Once healthy, Scott made the most of his opportunity at Wyoming’s NFL pro day in March.
“It was a great experience, and I was really happy with a lot of the numbers that I was able to do,” Scott said. “I thought they were impressive enough to catch the eye of NFL teams, and so that's what happening.”
“The opportunity for me was my pro day. And I capitalize on that, obviously, but I was nursing back an injury.”
“You could say there's a chip on my shoulder. I put my best foot forward to see what I could do in terms of showing my athleticism,” Scott said. “And I knew I was one of the most athletic guys in this class. I wanted to express that.”
Scott’s performance in March didn’t go unnoticed by his former head coach at Wyoming. Jay Sawvel pointed to the running back as one of the biggest risers.
“I think Sam Scott really helped himself with the pro day. So there's going to be some interest. We'll have some guys in camps, which is a big deal,” Sawvel said.
Scott’s stellar performance opened the doors to significant interest across the league in the weeks leading up to the draft.
“I've gotten quite a few calls and different forms of calls, just different forms of reaching out,” Scott said. “I just had one call with the team, and it was with the running backs coach, and just I've talked to athletic trainers about injury history, so I've had a lot of different types of contact.”
That included virtual meetings as well, a sign that teams are continuing to evaluate him closely.
“Yeah, I've had some Zooms. I had one after my pro day. I had a Zoom with the Jets not too long.”
Scott’s agent has also played a major role throughout the process.
“Yeah, I have an agent with Neil Schwartz, and my agent is Sandy Cornelio,” Scott said. “He's been helping me through this whole process. He's very experienced and knows what we need to do and what I should look out for. So, I've had a lot of help.”
According to Scott, the feedback from around the league has been encouraging - even if it comes with the uncertainty every prospect faces.
“My agent has told me he's talked to all 32 NFL teams and they like me. They think I'm a good ballplayer,” Scott said. “Those are good things to hear. I'm a prospect like everyone else, and I'm just excited to see what's going to happen next.”
Statistically, Scott quietly built a productive and efficient career in Laramie while sharing reps with a stable of running backs. Over 47 career games, he rushed 233 times for 1,091 yards (4.7 yards per carry) and seven touchdowns, while adding 34 receptions for 264 yards and two receiving scores. He totaled 1,355 yards from scrimmage and nine total touchdowns in his Wyoming career.
His most productive seasons came over his final two years. In 2024, Scott rushed for 435 yards and three touchdowns, added a receiving touchdown, and totaled 509 yards from scrimmage. He followed that with 408 rushing yards and 113 receiving yards as a senior in 2025, finishing with 521 total yards and three touchdowns.
One thing that is for certain: Sam Scott was a difference maker when in the game, and he made the most of his opportunities.
Sam knows the opportunity could come from anywhere, drafted or not.
“Yeah, I'll have a whole group of people because regardless, if I don't get drafted, I'll be signed somewhere and that's something to celebrate,” Scott said.
As he waits, Scott is also taking time to reflect on his time in Laramie and the moments that defined his career as a Cowboy.
“My most memorable moment will always be Texas Tech and one of my first ever games that I actually got to play in,” Scott said. “One of the first home games I got to participate in and have a real role in the game.”
He also pointed to a rivalry moment that still stands out against CSU in 2025.
“This past year when we played CSU, that was a very memorable moment for me wearing that all black uniform. I'll always remember that and cherish that.”Before that next step begins, he made sure to share one final message with the Wyoming fan base that supported him throughout his career.
His message to Wyoming fans?
“Thank you for always believing in me, having my back and seeing what I can do out on the football field,” Scott said. “Thank you for giving me my props when I went out there and did something for the program because I loved playing for Wyoming, and those are memories I always cherish.”
“Just to know that I did it for a fan base that's passionate. and that love everything about Wyoming football, and having that in common. Thank you from my family and me.”
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