Marshawn Kneeland: Dallas Cowboys player dies aged 24

Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has died aged 24.

Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round in 2024 and played 18 times for the team, including four starts.

He scored his first touchdown in Tuesday’s defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.

“Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organisation,” the Dallas Cowboys said.

“Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”

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 “poured his heart” into every moment.

“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,” Perzley said.

The NFL said it is “deeply saddened”.