Scott Laidlaw - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: February 17, 1953
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career Timeline

• Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 1975 to 1979
• New York Giants (NYG) - 1980

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• Scott Laidlaw was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 10th round of the 1975 NFL Draft.
• During his time with the Cowboys, Laidlaw was part of a team that made multiple playoff appearances.
• He contributed to the Cowboys' offense primarily as a backup running back and special teams player.
• In 1977, Laidlaw was part of the Cowboys team that reached Super Bowl XII, though they ultimately lost to the Denver Broncos.
• After his tenure with the Cowboys, he played one season with the New York Giants in 1980.
• Scott Laidlaw was known for his versatility as a running back and his ability to contribute in various offensive schemes.

Post-NFL Career

• Following his retirement from professional football, Laidlaw has remained involved in sports, although specific details about his post-NFL endeavors are less documented.

Scott Laidlaw may not be a household name, but his contributions to the teams he played for and his participation in the NFL during the 1970s and 1980s remain significant in the context of football history.