Dallas Cowboys Defensive Lineman Marshawn Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
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 of the draft in 2024 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 retrieved a blocked punt.
"Marshawn was a beloved teammate and part of our family," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"Our thoughts and prayers 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 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 aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a goal to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley commented.
The NFL stated it is "deeply saddened" by the tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Played 18 games
- Scored first touchdown in final game
- Ex-WMU standout
Memory and Influence
His sudden passing has left a void in the NFL community, remembered as a dedicated athlete with a promising future.
