Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland’s
Dallas Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland Dead at 24
1. Tragic Incident
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, 24,
died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a late-night search involving multiple agencies.
The pursuit began when Texas troopers chased his vehicle around 10:39 p.m.
2. Signs of Distress
His girlfriend, Catalina, told 911 he was armed and in crisis, warning, “He will end it all.”
Kneeland had also sent farewell texts before officers found his crashed vehicle.
He was later discovered deceased in a portable toilet.
3. Career and Legacy
Just two days earlier, Kneeland had delivered a career-best performance,
blocking a punt and scoring a touchdown.
Coaches and teammates remembered his “infectious energy and smile.”
4. Mental Health Reminder
His death highlights the urgent need for mental health awareness and support within professional sports.
where pressure and isolation can often go unseen.
