Dallas Cowboys Defensive Lineman Marshawn Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died aged 24.
Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round in the 2024 NFL Draft and played 18 times for the team, with four starting appearances.
He recorded his initial touchdown in Tuesday's defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he retrieved a blocked punt.
"He was a cherished team member and part of our family," the Dallas Cowboys said.
"We send our condolences regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "poured his heart" into each opportunity.
"I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley commented.
The NFL said it is "profoundly grieved" by the news.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Scored first touchdown in last appearance
- Ex-WMU player
Legacy and Impact
Marshawn Kneeland's untimely death has created a gap in the NFL community, remembered as a dedicated athlete with a bright career ahead.
