Miles Scott is an American football defensive back currently playing for the Illinois Fighting Illini. He began his high school football career at the St. Thomas More High School where he was rated a three-star wide receiver by 247Sports. He was part of the CCL All-Conference and competed in track during his high school years. The 5-foot-11, 210-pound defensive back began his collegiate football journey with Illinois over offers from the Army, Columbia, Yale, and Nebraska among others.
As a freshman in 2021 with the Fighting Illini, Scott saw action in four games but redshirted the season with one start. He joined the program and played on special teams and reserves in his first two seasons. Scott played every game for the Illinois program in the 2022 season making four receptions for 29 yards. Last season, the Dolton native switched to defensive back and ended up starting all 12 games at safety. He was second on the team with 63 total tackles. The former wide receiver will enter his second year at the new position in the 2024 season.
Miles Scott's parents
Miles Scott's parents are Arnita Scott and Gerald Scott.
Who is Miles Scott’s mother?
Arnita Scott is the mother of Miles Scott. She graduated with a Master’s Degree from Chicago State University. Currently, Arnita serves as the Elementary School Teacher at Dolton School District 148.
Who is Miles Scott’s father?
Miles Scott's father's name is Gerald Scott. As of May 2024, no public source has confirmed the identity of Miles Scott’s father.
What Nationality are Miles Scott's Parents?
Scott’s parents, Arnita Scott and Gerald Scott are both residents of Illinois, United States. Miles Scott was born in America and holds American citizenship.
Miles Scott Career
Miles Scott is a former three-star recruit coming out of St. Thomas High School. He began his college football career with the Illinois program where he redshirted in his debut campaign. But the redshirt freshman went on to play every game in the 2022 season making two punt returns for just nine yards. The Dolton native saw more playing time after transitioning from his usual wide receiver position to defensive back in his sophomore year. Scott started all 12 games at safety and was second on the team with 63 tackles.
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