Cowboys Player Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland 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 the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he retrieved 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 family."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 NFL Draft after his college career for Western Michigan University.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" 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 said.
The NFL stated it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
Professional Journey
- Drafted in 2024
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Scored first touchdown in final game
- Former Western Michigan standout
Memory and Influence
Marshawn Kneeland's untimely death has created a gap in the NFL community, recalled as a dedicated athlete with a bright career ahead.
