Cowboys Defensive Lineman Kneeland Dies at Age 24
Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman 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, including four starts.
He recorded his initial touchdown in Tuesday's defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered 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 picked by the Cowboys 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 passing of a player who "poured his heart" into every moment.
"I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley commented.
The NFL said it is "profoundly grieved" by the news.
Career Highlights
- Drafted in 2024
- Played 18 games
- Recorded initial TD in final game
- Ex-WMU standout
Legacy and Impact
His untimely death has left a void in the NFL community, remembered as a dedicated athlete with a bright career ahead.
