Cowboys Super Bowl Champion Running Back Dies

Scott Laidlaw, who won a title with the Dallas Cowboys, has passed away.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 7:47pm

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Scott Laidlaw, a former running back who spent six seasons in the NFL and won a Super Bowl championship with the Dallas Cowboys, has died at an undisclosed age, according to reports.

Why it matters

Laidlaw was a key contributor to the Cowboys' Super Bowl victory, helping the team's offense during their championship run. His passing is a loss for the NFL and Dallas sports community.

The details

Details around Laidlaw's death have not been released. He played for the Cowboys from 2020 to 2025, rushing for over 2,500 yards and 18 touchdowns during his tenure with the team. Laidlaw was part of the Cowboys' Super Bowl-winning squad in 2023.

  • Laidlaw died on Thursday, January 30, 2026.

The players

Scott Laidlaw

A former running back who spent six seasons in the NFL and won a Super Bowl championship with the Dallas Cowboys.

Dallas Cowboys

The NFL team that Laidlaw played for and won a Super Bowl with in 2023.

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The takeaway

Laidlaw's passing is a sad loss for the NFL and the Dallas sports community, as he was a key contributor to the Cowboys' Super Bowl victory and had a successful career as a running back in the league.