scouting
noun
scout·ing
ˈskau̇-tiŋ 
1
: the action of one that scouts
2
often Scouting
: the activities of various national and worldwide organizations for youth directed to developing character, citizenship, and individual skills
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The Miami Dolphins and 31 other NFL teams have evaluated prospects off their film, at college postseason all-star games like the Senior Bowl, at the scouting combine and now through pro days at their universities and pre-draft visits at team facilities.
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Warson had to do a lot of early scouting to not only equip the existing retreat space with camera options but to build the communal architecture needed for group scenes.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 3 Apr. 2026
He’s found a way to marry numbers, video, and traditional scouting for a blend of information that helps his players see trends, be aware of danger areas with opponents, and also solve problems over the course of a long season.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
Deft enough as a passer to find teammates, whether against constant double teams coming for him as the top name on every scouting report or while running the entire offense from up top.
—ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Warson had to do a lot of early scouting to not only equip the existing retreat space with camera options but to build the communal architecture needed for group scenes.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 3 Apr. 2026
He’s found a way to marry numbers, video, and traditional scouting for a blend of information that helps his players see trends, be aware of danger areas with opponents, and also solve problems over the course of a long season.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
Deft enough as a passer to find teammates, whether against constant double teams coming for him as the top name on every scouting report or while running the entire offense from up top.
—ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
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“Scouting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scouting. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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scouting
noun
scout·ing
ˈskau̇t-iŋ
1
: the action of one that scouts
2
often capitalized
: the activities of the various Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups
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