Scott O’Brien is an American football coach, former player, and longtime NFL staff member who currently works as an area scout for the New England Patriots. A former defensive end and linebacker, he built a 35-year coaching career primarily as a special teams coordinator, serving with three college programs and five NFL franchises, including the Cleveland Browns, Denver Broncos, Carolina Panthers, Miami Dolphins, and New England Patriots. Renowned for his expertise in special teams, he contributed to multiple playoff appearances and a Super Bowl championship during his tenure. After retiring from coaching in 2015, he transitioned into scouting, continuing to play a key role in player evaluation for the Patriots.