He was the 56th overall pick in the 2024 draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has passed away at the age of 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 recorded his initial touchdown in the Tuesday game to the Arizona Cardinals when he retrieved 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 selected by Dallas with the 56th selection 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 each opportunity.
"I saw him strive his way from a aspiring young man at Western Michigan with a goal to being a esteemed pro for the Dallas Cowboys," Perzley commented.
The NFL stated it is "deeply saddened" by the news.
Marshawn Kneeland's untimely death has created a gap in the NFL community, remembered as a committed player with a promising future.
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