🔗 Share this article Cowboys Player Kneeland Dies at Age 24 He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 draft Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has passed away aged 24. Kneeland was drafted by 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 recorded his initial touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered 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 partner Catalina and his family." Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan. His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" into every moment. "I saw him strive his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a dream 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 Played 18 games Scored first touchdown in final game Ex-WMU player Legacy and Impact Marshawn Kneeland's sudden passing has created a gap in the NFL community, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.