Cowboys Player Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has passed away at the age of 24.
The Cowboys selected the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in 2024 and played 18 times for the team, with four starting appearances.
He scored his first 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 family."
Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th selection of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the loss of the athlete who "poured his heart" into every moment.
"I saw him strive his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a goal to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley commented.
The NFL stated it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in last appearance
- Ex-WMU standout
Memory and Influence
His untimely death has left a void in the football world, recalled as a dedicated athlete with a promising future.
