Dallas Cowboys Defensive Lineman Marshawn Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24.
The Cowboys selected the Cowboys in the second round in the 2024 NFL Draft 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 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 family."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" 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 esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley commented.
The NFL stated it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
Professional Journey
- Drafted in 2024
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Ex-WMU player
Memory and Influence
His sudden passing has created a gap in the football world, recalled as a committed player with a promising future.
