Marshawn Kneeland Dies at 24 Years Old

Police Release New Information on the Death of NFL Player Marshawn Kneeland

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The National Football League (NFL) community mourns the death of 24-year-old defensive end Marshawn Kneeland of the Dallas Cowboys who died early Thursday morning in Frisco, Texas. 

According to authorities, Kneeland was involved in a police chase after failing to stop for a traffic violation on Wednesday night. His vehicle was found crashed, and he later fled on foot. During the search, dispatchers said he had sent a group text that said “goodbye” to friends, displaying suicidal intention. He was later found with what looked like a self-inflicted gunshot wound.  

The Cowboys released a statement calling Kneeland a “beloved teammate” and extending their condolences to his friends and family. 

Kneeland, a second-round draft pick in 2024 from Western Michigan University, had just scored his first NFL touchdown on a blocked punt recovery just days before his death.