Dallas Cowboys Defensive Lineman Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
He was the 56th selection in the 2024 NFL draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24.
The Cowboys selected the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in the 2024 NFL Draft and played 18 times for the team, with four starting appearances.
He scored his first touchdown in Tuesday's defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered 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 selected by Dallas with the 56th selection of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football for Western Michigan University.
His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "gave his all" into every moment.
"I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a goal to being a respected professional 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
- Ex-WMU standout
Legacy and Impact
Marshawn Kneeland's untimely death has left a void in the football world, recalled as a dedicated athlete with a bright career ahead.