Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away at the age of 24, as announced by both his agent Jonathan Perzley of Sportstars, Inc. and the team on November 6, 2025. Kneeland, a promising young player, died Wednesday night according to his agent, while the Cowboys confirmed his passing Thursday morning.
The team expressed profound sadness, remembering him as a beloved teammate and integral part of the organization Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland dies at 24 It is with extreme sadness The Dallas Cowboys regret to announce that Marshawn Kneeland has tragically passed away this morning. Marshawn was a cherished teammate and an integral part of our organization.
Kneeland had recently made headlines when he scored Dallas’ first touchdown in their Nov. 3 “Monday Night Football” game against the Arizona Cardinals by recovering a blocked punt in the end zone.
A native of Michigan, he played collegiate football at Western Michigan and was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round of 2024, starting three games this season and recording Kneeland recorded 12 tackles and scored Dallas’ initial touchdown during their loss to the Arizona Cardinals on November 3 in the “Monday Night Football” game by recovering a blocked punt in the end zone.
The cause of Marshawn Kneeland’s death has not been disclosed by his agent or the team, with both requesting privacy and understanding for his family and loved ones in this difficult time No cause of death was immediately revealed by Perzley or the team. I kindly request that you provide his family and friends with the privacy and compassion necessary for them to mourn this significant loss.
The NFL has also expressed its condolences and is offering support to the Cowboys’ players and staff We are deeply saddened by the tragic news of the passing of Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland. We extend our thoughts and prayers to his girlfriend Catalina, along with his family, friends, and teammates.
