Dallas Cowboys Player Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has passed away aged 24.
The Cowboys selected the Cowboys in the second round in the 2024 NFL Draft and played 18 times for the team, including four starts.
He recorded his initial touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.
"Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan University.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "gave his all" into every moment.
"I saw him strive his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.
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
- Former Western Michigan standout
Legacy and Impact
His sudden passing has left a void in the football world, recalled as a committed player with a promising future.
