Dallas Cowboys Player Marshawn Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
He was the 56th selection in the 2024 NFL draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died aged 24.
The Cowboys selected the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in 2024 and played 18 times 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 member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his family."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th selection of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan University.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" into every moment.
"I saw him strive his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.
The NFL said it is "deeply saddened" by the news.
Professional Journey
- Drafted in 2024
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Recorded initial TD in last appearance
- Former Western Michigan player
Memory and Influence
His untimely death has created a gap in the NFL community, recalled as a dedicated athlete with a promising future.
