The Cowboys confirmed the tragic news in a statement on Thursday.
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24.
Kneeland’s tragic passing was confirmed by the team on Thursday.
A statement from the Cowboys read: “It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning.
“Marshawn was a beloved team-mate and member of our organisation. Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”
Kneeland drafted by the Cowboys out of Western Michigan in the second round last year.
His death comes just three days after Kneeland scored his first NFL touchdown, recovering a blocked punt for a score in the Cowboys’ loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
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 team-mates, and everyone who loved him, and I hope they feel the support of the entire football community at 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 spent five years with Western Michigan, racking up 148 combined tackles, 27.5 tackles for loss and 13 sacks. He also registered three pass breakups and three forced fumbles.
He played in 18 games for the Cowboys, registering 26 tackles, five tackles for loss and a sack.
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