Dallas Cowboys Player Marshawn Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old

Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24.

Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round in the 2024 NFL Draft and played 18 times 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.

"He was a cherished team member and member of our organisation," 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 draft after his college career for Western Michigan.

His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the passing of a player who "gave his all" into every moment.

"I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a goal to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said.

The NFL stated it is "deeply saddened" by the news.

Career Highlights

• Selected in the 2024 draft
• Appeared in 18 matches
• Scored first touchdown in last appearance
• Former Western Michigan standout

Memory and Influence

His untimely death has left a void in the football world, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.