Cowboys Player Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old
He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 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 the 2024 NFL Draft 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.
"He was a cherished team member and member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys stated.
"Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his loved ones."
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft after his college career for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "gave his all" into each opportunity.
"I saw him strive his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a dream to being a esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.
The NFL said it is "deeply saddened" by the tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Selected in the 2024 draft
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Ex-WMU player
Legacy and Impact
His untimely death has created a gap in the NFL community, recalled as a committed player with a promising future.
