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I think Scott being an Alpha has something to do with his unraveled history. We haven't yet seen his father, or known the reason why his parents split. I think Scott has a special bloodline from his father, may a latent werewolf gene, making him easily an Alpha. If you noticed, he was able to control his werewolf fiasco during full moon without much help from Derek, which is supposed to be easier for Born-werewolves.

Deucalion's awareness of Scott's potential threat is also puzzling since just before the 3rd season, Scott hasn't really shown skills exceedingly exceptional from a beta. I am also guessing that Dr. Deaton hiring him as his assistant is no coincidence though he was not yet a werewolf at that time.