🔗 Share this article Cowboys Player Kneeland Passes Away at 24 Years Old Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 draft Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died aged 24. Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in 2024 and played 18 times for the team, including four starts. He recorded his initial touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered 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 his college career for Western Michigan. His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the loss of the athlete who "gave his all" into each opportunity. "I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a goal to being a esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said. The NFL stated it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event. Career Highlights Drafted in 2024 Played 18 games Recorded initial TD in final game Former Western Michigan standout Legacy and Impact Marshawn Kneeland's sudden passing has left a void in the NFL community, remembered as a committed player with a bright career ahead.