Dallas Cowboys Defensive Lineman Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th selection in the 2024 draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died 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 scored his first touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.
"Marshawn was a beloved teammate and part of our family," the Dallas Cowboys said.
"Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "gave his all" into each opportunity.
"I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a goal to being a esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.
The NFL said it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
Professional Journey
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Scored first touchdown in last appearance
- Former Western Michigan standout
Legacy and Impact
His untimely death has created a gap in the football world, recalled as a committed player with a promising future.
