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Key moments and achievements from Scott Laidlaw's life.
Scott was born
· Dallas, Texas, USA
Education
Scott Laidlaw played college football at Stanford University, where he developed his skills as a running back and fullback and caught the attention of NFL scouts with his physical, hard-nosed playing style.
Education
Scott Laidlaw played college football at Stanford University, where he developed his skills as a running back and fullback and caught the attention of NFL scouts with his physical, hard-nosed playing style.
Career
Laidlaw was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 14th round of the 1975 NFL Draft and became part of the celebrated Dirty Dozen rookie class, one of the most talented draft classes in Cowboys history.
Career
Laidlaw was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 14th round of the 1975 NFL Draft and became part of the celebrated Dirty Dozen rookie class, one of the most talented draft classes in Cowboys history.
Achievement
Laidlaw was part of the Cowboys team that won Super Bowl XII following the 1977 season, defeating the Denver Broncos 27-10 in New Orleans in one of the most dominant Super Bowl performances in history.
Achievement
Laidlaw was part of the Cowboys team that won Super Bowl XII following the 1977 season, defeating the Denver Broncos 27-10 in New Orleans in one of the most dominant Super Bowl performances in history.
Career
During his five-year tenure in Dallas, Scott Robert Laidlaw appeared in 67 regular-season games, establishing himself as a reliable and versatile asset in Tom Landry's complex offensive system. While often serving as a primary backup to stars like Robert Newhouse and Tony Dorsett, he proved his worth during the 1978 season by recording 344 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 88 carries. His ability to contribute both as a powerful runner and a sure-handed receiver out of the backfield helped the Cowboys maintain their status as "America's Team" throughout the late 1970s. This period saw Scott Robert Laidlaw play in three NFC Championship games and two Super Bowls, cementing his legacy as a foundational piece of one of the most successful eras in franchise history.
Career
During his five-year tenure in Dallas, Scott Robert Laidlaw appeared in 67 regular-season games, establishing himself as a reliable and versatile asset in Tom Landry's complex offensive system. While often serving as a primary backup to stars like Robert Newhouse and Tony Dorsett, he proved his worth during the 1978 season by recording 344 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 88 carries. His ability to contribute both as a powerful runner and a sure-handed receiver out of the backfield helped the Cowboys maintain their status as "America's Team" throughout the late 1970s. This period saw Scott Robert Laidlaw play in three NFC Championship games and two Super Bowls, cementing his legacy as a foundational piece of one of the most successful eras in franchise history.
Career
After five seasons in Texas, Scott Robert Laidlaw moved to the East Coast to join the New York Giants for the 1980 NFL season. Appearing in 14 games for the Giants, he contributed 157 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 48 carries while also adding 13 receptions for 103 yards to the team's offensive production. Although his time in New York was brief, it allowed the veteran fullback to provide leadership to a developing roster before he officially retired from professional football. This final chapter concluded a professional career defined by Scott Robert Laidlaw's durability and his reputation as a hard-nosed player who excelled in the physical demands of the NFC East.
Career
After five seasons in Texas, Scott Robert Laidlaw moved to the East Coast to join the New York Giants for the 1980 NFL season. Appearing in 14 games for the Giants, he contributed 157 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 48 carries while also adding 13 receptions for 103 yards to the team's offensive production. Although his time in New York was brief, it allowed the veteran fullback to provide leadership to a developing roster before he officially retired from professional football. This final chapter concluded a professional career defined by Scott Robert Laidlaw's durability and his reputation as a hard-nosed player who excelled in the physical demands of the NFC East.
Achievement
In December 2025, shortly before his passing, Laidlaw was honored by the Dallas Cowboys alongside his Dirty Dozen teammates from the celebrated 1975 draft class in a ceremony recognizing their collective contributions.
Achievement
In December 2025, shortly before his passing, Laidlaw was honored by the Dallas Cowboys alongside his Dirty Dozen teammates from the celebrated 1975 draft class in a ceremony recognizing their collective contributions.
Scott Laidlaw passed away
