Marshawn Kneeland, a Godwin Heights High School and Western Michigan Univeristy alum who was playing in the NFL, has passed away at the age of 24.
Kneeland’s NFL team, the Dallas Cowboys, announced his passing on Thursday morning.
“It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning,” the Cowboys said in a statement. “Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organization. Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”
Kneeland’s agent, Jonathan Perzley, said in a statement, “I am shattered to confirm that my client and dearest friend Marshawn Kneeland passed away last night. I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys. Marshawn poured his heart into every snap, every practice, and every moment on the field. To lose someone with his talent, spirit, and goodness is a pain I can hardly put into words. My heart aches for his family, his teammates, and everyone who loved him, and I hope they feel the support of the entire football community during this unimaginable time. I ask that you please give his loved ones the privacy and compassion they need as they grieve this tremendous loss.”
Kneeland was drafted in the 2nd round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Cowboys.
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He played five seasons at Western Michigan. Kneeland graduated from Godwin Heights in Wyoming where he led the Wolverines both in football and basketball. He set school records in tackles, sacks, and tackles for loss.
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