Dallas Cowboys Player Kneeland Dies at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland 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 2024 and played 18 times for the team, with four starting appearances.
He recorded his initial touchdown in the Tuesday game 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 girlfriend Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan University.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player 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.
Career Highlights
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Scored first touchdown in last appearance
- Former Western Michigan standout
Legacy and Impact
His sudden passing has created a gap in the NFL community, recalled as a committed player with a bright career ahead.
