🚨 BREAKING: Marshawn Kneeland’s Tragic Cause of Death Revealed — Police Detail the Final Moments of the Dallas Cowboys Star

The NFL world is in shock as new details emerge surrounding the heartbreaking death of Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland, who tragically passed away early Thursday morning at just 24 years old.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Kneeland’s final hours began with a routine traffic stop in Frisco, Texas, for a moving violation. When officers attempted to pull him over, Kneeland fled the scene, sparking a brief police chase.

Authorities eventually lost sight of his vehicle, but later discovered it crashed off the road. During their search of the nearby area, officers found Kneeland dead from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The devastating discovery left both police and teammates stunned — an unthinkable end to the life of a young athlete whose future once looked so bright.

Kneeland’s agent, Jonathan Perzley, released an emotional statement confirming the news:

“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.”

A second-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Kneeland had quickly earned a reputation for his humility, relentless work ethic, and dedication to his craft. Teammates often described him as one of the hardest workers in the locker room — quiet, focused, and full of heart.

During his rookie season, he played in 11 games, recording 14 total tackles. In 2025, through seven games, he had already tallied 12 tackles and made his mark on national television when he recovered a blocked punt for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football — the first and only touchdown of his young career.

Fans remember the look of pure joy on his face that night — a moment of triumph that now feels unbearably bittersweet.

His coaches, too, were deeply shaken. One team insider said Kneeland had been “growing into his role,” with the staff believing he could become a long-term defensive cornerstone.

“Marshawn was just getting started,” one teammate said. “He had so much potential, and even more heart. It’s hard to believe he’s gone.”

The Cowboys organization released a statement expressing their grief:

“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 are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”

Kneeland’s death comes as a profound loss for both the Dallas Cowboys and the wider NFL community, reigniting urgent conversations about mental health awareness among professional athletes.

He leaves behind a legacy of determination and resilience — a player who rose from Western Michigan to the biggest stage in football, defying odds and inspiring everyone around him.

As tributes pour in from fans and former teammates, one sentiment echoes through the grief:
Marshawn Kneeland’s light burned bright, even if it was gone far too soon.

💔 Rest in peace, Marshawn Kneeland (2001–2025).

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