Scott Chandler (American football)

William "Scott" Chandler (born July 23, 1985) is an American football tight end for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the fourth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He played college football at Iowa. His older brother, Nathan Chandler, was the starting quarterback for the Iowa Hawkeyes in 2003.

Chandler has also been a member of the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys.

Early years
He played in high school for powerhouse Southlake Carroll.

San Diego Chargers
Chandler was drafted by the Chargers 129th overall in the fourth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He was waived by the team on April 27, 2009.

First stint with Dallas Cowboys
Chandler signed with the Dallas Cowboys on May 28, 2009. He was waived during final cuts on September 5 and re-signed to the practice squad, where he remained until being signed by the New York Giants on December 22.

New York Giants
Chandler was signed off the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad by the New York Giants on December 22, 2009. He was waived by the Giants on September 4, 2010.

Second stint with Dallas Cowboys
After being waived by New York, Chandler was re-signed to the Cowboys' practice squad. On September 24, 2010, Chandler was signed to the Cowboys active roster. He was cut on December 1, 2010.

Buffalo Bills
After being waived by Dallas, Chandler was signed by the Buffalo Bills on December 2, 2010.

On September 11, 2011, Chandler made his first career start against the Kansas City Chiefs, recording 5 catches for 63 yards and 2 touchdowns.