Scott Dragos (born October 28, 1975) is a former

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and

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. He played for the

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in 2000-2001.

Early years

Dragos attended

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, which serves the towns of

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, and

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College career

Dragos attended and played college football for

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from 1994 to 1997.

Professional career

First stint with Patriots

After going undrafted in the

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, Dragos was signed by the

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on April 24, 1998, but was released on August 19, 1998.

New York Giants

One day later after released by the Patriots, the Giants signed Dragos on the practice squad

Chicago Bears

After released by the Giants, the Bears signed Dragos on practice squad on September 28, 1999. He was elevated to their active roster on October 10, 2000, and made his NFL debut on October 15, 2000, in a 28–16 loss to the

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. Dragos Caught first career reception against the

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on November 12, 2000. Dragos gaining four yards … Grabbed two catches for 14 yards in win against the

on December 10, 2000. One of Dragos' catches was against Hall of Fame cornerback Ty Law and led to one of the most iconic NFL photos of the decade. Dragos started season-finale against the

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. In 2001 Dragos played six games.

Second stint with Patriots

Dragos signed with the Patriots on March 12, 2002. On August 25, 2002, Dragos was released by Patriots.

Personal life

Scott was born in Montville, New Jersey to Stephen and Carolynne Dragos. He moved to Massachusetts when he was in elementary school. Dragos is an Executive Vice President at CBRE and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. He resides in Winchester, MA with his wife Marta and 3 children.

References

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