Cowboys Player Kneeland Dies at Age 24
He 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 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 recovered 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 selected by Dallas with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" into each opportunity.
"I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a goal to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley commented.
The NFL said it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Recorded initial TD in last appearance
- Former Western Michigan standout
Legacy and Impact
His untimely death has created a gap in the football world, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.
