Lawrence McCutcheon, 5-time Pro Bowl RB for Rams, dies at 76 — SkimNews
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- Lawrence McCutcheon played eight seasons for the Los Angeles Rams after being drafted in 1972, leading the team in rushing from 1973 to 1977 and earning five Pro Bowl selections.
- Lawrence McCutcheon was named a second-team AP All-Pro in 1974 and threw a touchdown pass in Super Bowl XIV, helping the Rams briefly take the lead before the Steelers' comeback.
- Lawrence McCutcheon remained with the Rams organization for over 32 years after his playing career, serving as director of player personnel in St. Louis until his retirement in 2016.
- McCutcheon's family announced his death, stating he had fought a 'long, courageous battle with Parkinson's disease' and that he would be remembered for his impact on teammates, colleagues, and fans.
- Lawrence McCutcheon was the Rams' all-time leading rusher when he departed in 1980 and later mentored personnel decisions during a 30-year front office tenure spanning two cities.
- Daylon McCutcheon played cornerback for the Cleveland Browns from 1999 to 2006, continuing the family’s NFL legacy, which now includes his son Dyson, a defensive back at Middle Tennessee.
Why it matters: McCutcheon’s dual legacy as a foundational Rams player and executive spans five decades of the franchise’s history, influencing both its on-field identity in the 1970s and its personnel strategy into the 2010s. His sustained presence through relocation and rebuilding phases makes him a rare constant in the team’s institutional memory.
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