Former Rams running back Lawrence McCutcheon dies at 76

Five-time Pro Bowler also worked in the Rams front office

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 44m1 min read

Former Rams RB Lawrence McCutcheon passed away at the age of 76, the team announced. The five-time Pro Bowler rushed fo Via @YahooSports on X

What happened: The Los Angeles Rams announced McCutcheon's passing on Friday, extending condolences to his family and friends. Across his NFL tenure, the tailback also suited up for the Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks, and Buffalo Bills.

Why it matters: McCutcheon was honored by the organization as a franchise legend for his contributions on the field and his subsequent tenure as a longtime member of the Rams' front office.

By the numbers: McCutcheon recorded 6,578 career rushing yards and five Pro Bowl selections across 10 NFL seasons.

What to watch: The Rams (2-4) continue their 2026 regular-season campaign after dropping an 18-16 decision to the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 18.

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@YahooSports 2026-10-23T21:39:07.917947+00:00

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