Cowboys Player Marshawn Kneeland Dies at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland 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 in the 2024 NFL Draft and appeared in 18 games for the team, with four starting appearances.
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.
"We send our condolences regarding Marshawn are with his partner Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th selection of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan University.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "gave his all" 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 said it is "deeply saddened" by the news.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Appeared in 18 matches
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Ex-WMU player
Legacy and Impact
Marshawn Kneeland's untimely death has created a gap in the football world, remembered as a committed player with a bright career ahead.
