Dallas Cowboys Player Marshawn Kneeland Passes Away at 24 Years Old
He was the 56th selection in the 2024 draft
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has passed away at the age of 24.
The Cowboys selected the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in 2024 and appeared in 18 games for the team, including four starts.
He scored his first touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he retrieved 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 overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan University.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "poured his heart" into every moment.
"I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a goal to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.
The NFL stated it is "deeply saddened" by the tragic event.
Professional Journey
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Scored first touchdown in final game
- Former Western Michigan player
Memory and Influence
Marshawn Kneeland's untimely death has created a gap in the NFL community, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.
