Cowboys Player Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24.
Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round in the 2024 NFL Draft and appeared in 18 games for the team, including four starts.
He recorded his initial touchdown in Tuesday's defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.
"Marshawn was a beloved teammate and part of our family," the Dallas Cowboys said.
"Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th selection of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" into each opportunity.
"I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a dream to being a esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.
The NFL stated it is "profoundly grieved" by the news.
Career Highlights
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Scored first touchdown in last appearance
- Ex-WMU standout
Legacy and Impact
His untimely death has created a gap in the football world, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.
