He was the 56th selection in the 2024 draft
Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24.
Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round of the draft in 2024 and played 18 times for the team, including four starts.
He recorded his initial touchdown in Tuesday's defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.
"He was a cherished team member and part of our family," 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 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his "heart aches" for the passing of a player 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 commented.
The NFL said it is "profoundly grieved" by the tragic event.
His sudden passing has left a void in the NFL community, remembered as a dedicated athlete with a bright career ahead.
A seasoned IT strategist with over 15 years of experience in digital transformation and enterprise software solutions.