Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died, the team announced Tuesday, November 6. he was 24 years old.The sudden passing of the young NFL player has prompted an outpouring of grief from teammates, coaches, and those who followed his promising career.
kneeland joined the Cowboys after playing college football at Western michigan University. While details surrounding his death have not been released, the team released a statement expressing their sorrow. ”Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our institution,” the Cowboys said. “Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”
Marshawn Kneeland’s agent,Jonathan Perzley,described him as a “dearest friend” and reflected on his journey to the NFL. “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,” Perzley wrote in a statement shared on social media. “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.”