Gee Scott Jr.
Gee Scott Jr. is an American professional football tight end for the Columbus Aviators of the United [Football League (2024)|United Football League]. He played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes and has also been a member of the NFL's New England Patriots. He was selected by the Columbus Aviators during the 2026 UFL free agent draft.
Early life
Scott was born on December 28, 2000, in Seattle, Washington. He attended Eastside Catholic School in Sammamish, Washington, where he was rated as a four-star recruit and the 70th-best player in the class of 2020, receiving offers from schools such as Florida, Florida State, Washington, and Wisconsin. Scott committed to play college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes.
College career
As a freshman in 2020, Scott appeared in three games while recording no statistics. In 2021, he hauled in five receptions for 42 yards. In week six of the 2022 season, Scott recorded his first collegiate touchdown in a win over 2022 [Michigan State Spartans football team|Michigan State]. He finished the 2022 season with five receptions for 28 yards. During the 2023 season, Scott notched ten receptions for 70 yards and a touchdown.
Professional career
On May 9, 2025, Scott signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent after going unselected in the 2025 NFL draft. He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts. On September 24, Scott was re-signed to the practice squad. On October 14, Scott was released from the practice squad.
Washington Commanders
On December 16, 2025, Scott signed with the Washington Commanders' practice squad.
Columbus Aviators
On January 14, 2026, Scott was selected by the Columbus Aviators of the United Football League.
Personal life
He is a Christian.