🔗 Share this article Cowboys Player Marshawn Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old He was the 56th selection in the 2024 NFL draft Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has died aged 24. Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round in the 2024 NFL Draft and appeared in 18 games for the team, including four starts. He scored his first 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. "We send our condolences regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his loved ones." Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft after his college career for Western Michigan. His representative, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart breaks" for the loss of the athlete who "gave his all" into every moment. "I watched him fight his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley said. The NFL said it is "profoundly grieved" by the news. Professional Journey Selected in the 2024 draft Appeared in 18 matches Recorded initial TD in final game Ex-WMU player Memory and Influence His sudden passing has created a gap in the football world, remembered as a committed player with a bright career ahead.