Dallas Cowboys Saddened By Tragic Passing Away Of Defensive End Marshawn Kneeland
Death is always a terrible thing but it’s even worse when it’s visited upon a young person. In this case the person was only 24 years old and was playing in his second season in the NFL. However, this morning the Dallas Cowboys were saddened by the tragic passing away of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland. The Cowboys are on their bye this week and aren’t scheduled to return to practice until Monday. At least they will have a few days to mourn the loss of their teammate.
Kneeland was a 2024 second-round draft pick of the Cowboys and held down a rotational role for their defense. Just this season he logged his first sack as a professional and he scored his first touchdown. The touchdown came as the result of a blocked punt from teammate Sam Williams. Kneeland recovered the blocked punt in the end zone. This season along with his sack he also had 15 tackles, two tackles for loss and six quarterback hurries.
The Dallas Cowboys released the following statement regarding Kneeland’s passing:
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic news of the passing of Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland. Our thoughts and prayers are with his girlfriend Catalina, family, friends and his teammates. We have been in contact with the Cowboys and have offered support and counseling resources.”
And his agent and friend Jonathan Perzley also released a statement:
“I am shattered to confirm that my client and dearest friend Marshawn Kneeland passed away last night. 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. Marshawn poured his heart into every snap, every practice, and every moment on the field. To lose someone with his talent, spirit, and goodness is a pain I can hardly put into words.
Dallas Cowboys Saddened By Tragic Passing Away Of Defensive End Marshawn Kneeland
Perzley further went on to say:
“My heart aches for his family, his teammates, and everyone who loved him, and I hope they feel the support of the entire football community during this unimaginable time. I ask that you please give his loved ones the privacy and compassion they need as they grieve this tremendous loss.”
According to the Frisco Police Department Kneeland was found deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following an outside agency vehicle pursuit. You can read their release that was posted on x.com here. There is speculation that Kneeland was going through a mental health crisis at the time. The Frisco release ended with the following sentences:
“If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Please call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. You are not alone.”
Our hearts go out to the Kneeland family and friends as they work through this horrible tragedy.
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