Dallas Cowboys Player Kneeland Passes Away at 24 Years Old
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has passed away aged 24.
The Cowboys selected the Cowboys in the second round in 2024 and appeared in 18 games for the team, with four starting appearances.
He recorded his initial touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he retrieved a blocked punt.
"He was a cherished team member 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 picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 draft after his college career for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" 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 commented.
The NFL said it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
Professional Journey
- Drafted in 2024
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Former Western Michigan 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.
