Rams mourn death of legendary five-time Pro Bowler who helped build a dynasty
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Lawrence McCutcheon, a five-time Pro Bowl running back and longtime Los Angeles Rams executive, passed away at age 76 after battling Parkinson’s disease.
- McCutcheon played eight seasons with the Rams, becoming their all-time leading rusher at the time and helping the team reach the postseason seven consecutive years.
- He was known for his clutch performances, including a memorable touchdown pass in Super Bowl XIV, and earned five straight Pro Bowl selections from 1973 to 1977.
- After retiring as a player, McCutcheon spent over 30 years in the Rams’ front office as a scout and personnel executive, deeply influencing the franchise across generations.
- His family requested donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research, coinciding with recent news that fellow Rams great Marshall Faulk was also diagnosed with the disease.
