Scott Studwell to retire as Vikings scout following 2019 NFL Draft
By Adam Carlson
Scott Studwell was an amazing linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings who went on to be a scout for the team. However, he will retire after the 2019 NFL Draft.
As one of the 50 Greatest Vikings, Scott Studwell made a name for himself as a tackling machine at linebacker. He played 14 seasons in a purple and gold jersey before hanging up his cleats and calling it a career.
However, even after 201 games played with 160 starts with 16 fumble recoveries, 11 interceptions, nine sacks, and a franchise-high 1,981 tackles according to the team’s official website, Studwell’s time in Minnesota wasn’t even close to done.
After his retirement on the field, he took a position in 1991 within the organization as a scout with the team. Now, Studwell is set to retire again, this time from his position within the personnel department following 28 years.
That means Scott Studwell has devoted a total of 42 years to the franchise, which is something to be commended. According to Vikings.com, his decision to retire was a difficult one but his family will be the top priority going forward.
"“For me, it was either continue doing what you’re doing, or you have to call it quits. I want to spend more time with my wife, my family, my grandkids … it just feels like the right time to do it.”"
Studwell has been a part of some of the best decisions the Vikings have ever made on draft day, including Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss, superstar running back Adrian Peterson, and others as well as assisting in shaping the roster Minnesota currently boasts.
As for Studwell, he assures fans that his time with the organization is done, sharing a funny, yet true statement about his future.
"“One thing I can promise is this is the last time I’ll retire from the Minnesota Vikings,” Studwell said."
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Congratulations to Scott Studwell on a long and amazing career with the Minnesota Vikings both on the field as well as working inside the organization with scouting and personnel. Hopefully, he can go out on top by helping the team chose another future Hall of Fame player in the 2019 NFL Draft.