đź”— Share this article Cowboys Player Kneeland Dies at Age 24 He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has passed away at the age of 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. "Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organisation," the Dallas Cowboys said. "Our thoughts and prayers 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 playing college football for Western Michigan University. His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player who "gave his all" into every moment. "I saw him strive 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 "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event. Career Highlights Selected in the 2024 draft Played 18 games Recorded initial TD in last appearance Ex-WMU standout Memory and Influence His untimely death has created a gap in the NFL community, remembered as a committed player with a bright career ahead.