🔗 Share this article Cowboys Defensive Lineman Kneeland Passes Away at 24 Years Old Marshawn Kneeland was the 56th selection in the 2024 draft Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has passed away aged 24. The Cowboys selected 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 retrieved 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 girlfriend Catalina and his loved ones." Kneeland was picked by the Cowboys with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 draft after his college career for Western Michigan University. His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "poured his heart" into every moment. "I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a dream to being a esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said. The NFL said it is "deeply saddened" by the tragic event. Professional Journey Selected in the 2024 draft Appeared in 18 matches Scored first touchdown in last appearance Ex-WMU standout Memory and Influence His untimely death has left a void in the football world, recalled as a committed player with a promising future.