Cowboys Defensive Lineman Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th selection 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 the 2024 NFL Draft and appeared in 18 games for the team, including four starts.
He recorded his initial touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.
"Marshawn was a beloved teammate 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 selected by Dallas 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 loss of the athlete who "gave his all" into every moment.
"I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid 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 news.
Professional Journey
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Former Western Michigan player
Memory and Influence
Marshawn Kneeland's untimely death has created a gap in the football world, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.
