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“RIP”: Condolences Pour In From Troy Aikman & Others As Rams Legend Passes Away After Battling With Parkinson’s

Lawrence McCutcheon, the five-time Pro Bowl running back who was the Los Angeles Rams’ franchise rushing leader when he left the team in 1980, passed away Friday at 76. His family said he passed away with relatives at his bedside…

By Ishani Jayara · Essentially Sports

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 3:23 AM

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Former Los Angeles Rams running back Lawrence McCutcheon passed away at age 76 after battling Parkinson's disease.
Prominent figures including Troy Aikman and Tom Morello shared heartfelt tributes following the announcement of his death.
McCutcheon earned five Pro Bowl selections during his eight seasons playing for the Rams between 1972 and 1979.

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Former Los Angeles Rams running back Lawrence McCutcheon has passed away at the age of 76 following a battle with Parkinson's disease. McCutcheon died on October 23 surrounded by family, prompting heartfelt tributes across the football community, including from Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman, guitarist Tom Morello, and current Rams players.

McCutcheon played eight of his 10 NFL seasons with the Rams from 1972 to 1979, earning five Pro Bowl selections and amassing 6,186 rushing yards with the franchise. Following his playing career, he spent 32 years working in the Rams' front office, serving as a scout and Director of Player Personnel.

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