Joshua Payne Scobey was born on December 11,1979 and is an American former professional football running back and kick returner who played seven seasons in the National Football League.
10 Facts About Josh Scobey
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Josh Scobey played college football at Kansas State and was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the sixth round of the 2002 NFL draft.
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At Del City High School, Scobey finished with the best single season rushing total in Del City High School history, with 1,829 yards.
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Josh Scobey rushed for 3,303 total rushing yards, trailing only Bennie Butler in career rushing yards.
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Josh Scobey finished only behind Butler in total rushing and receiving yards with 3,408.
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Josh Scobey then transferred to Kansas State University, where he started at running back and set a school record for rushing touchdowns.
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In 2003, Josh Scobey led the National Football League in kick-off return yardage and was allowed to be voted for the Pro Bowl.
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Josh Scobey played for the Cardinals for three seasons before moving to the Seahawks.
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On May 3,2007, Josh Scobey signed with the Buffalo Bills, but he re-signed with the Seahawks on December 4, exactly one year after he was placed on injured reserve by the Seahawks in 2006.
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On June 25,2022, Josh Scobey was promoted to the director of college scouting by the Arizona Cardinals.