Dallas Cowboys Player Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th selection 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 played 18 times 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 member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"We send our condolences regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 NFL Draft after his college career for Western Michigan.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "gave his all" 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 said it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Former Western Michigan player
Legacy and Impact
His untimely death has created a gap in the football world, remembered as a dedicated athlete with a bright career ahead.
