Dallas Cowboys Defensive Lineman Kneeland Passes Away at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 draft
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman 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 appeared in 18 games for the team, including four starts.
He scored his first 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.
"We send our condolences regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" into each opportunity.
"I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a goal to being a esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.
The NFL said it is "deeply saddened" by the news.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Former Western Michigan player
Legacy and Impact
Marshawn Kneeland's sudden passing has created a gap in the NFL community, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.
