Cowboys Defensive Lineman Marshawn Kneeland Dies at Age 24
He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman 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, including four starts.
He recorded his initial touchdown in Tuesday's defeat 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 girlfriend Catalina and his family."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 draft after his college career for Western Michigan University.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "gave his all" 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 said.
The NFL stated it is "deeply saddened" by the tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Recorded initial TD in last appearance
- Ex-WMU player
Memory and Influence
His untimely death has created a gap in the football world, recalled as a committed player with a bright career ahead.
