Dallas Cowboys Player Kneeland Passes Away at 24 Years Old
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th selection in the 2024 NFL draft
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has passed away aged 24.
Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in 2024 and played 18 times for the team, with four starting appearances.
He scored his first touchdown in Tuesday's defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.
"He was a cherished team member and member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his family."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th selection of the 2024 draft after his college career for Western Michigan University.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "gave his all" into every moment.
"I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man 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 tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in last appearance
- Ex-WMU standout
Legacy and Impact
Marshawn Kneeland's sudden passing has left a void in the football world, recalled as a dedicated athlete with a promising future.
