Cowboys Defensive Lineman Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24.
Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in 2024 and appeared in 18 games 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.
"Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"We send our condolences regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the loss of the athlete who "poured his heart" into each opportunity.
"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 said it is "deeply saddened" by the news.
Career Highlights
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Ex-WMU standout
Legacy and Impact
His untimely death has left a void in the NFL community, remembered as a committed player with a bright career ahead.
