Cowboys Player Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
He was the 56th selection in the 2024 draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has passed away at the age of 24.
Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in the 2024 NFL Draft and played 18 times 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 member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 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 each opportunity.
"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 news.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in last appearance
- Ex-WMU player
Legacy and Impact
Marshawn Kneeland's sudden passing has created a gap in the NFL community, recalled as a dedicated athlete with a promising future.
