Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died, the Cowboys announced Thursday morning.

He was 24 years old and from Grand Rapids, Michigan.

“It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning. Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organization. Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend, Catalina, and his family.”

Neither the team or officials have confirmed any other details about Kneeland’s death.

Kneeland was a second-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft out of Western Michigan. In 18 games, 11 in 2024 and seven this season, the defensive lineman had four QB hits, a sack and 26 tackles (15 solo and 11 assists).

Kneeland scored his first NFL touchdown on Monday night when he r

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