Tragic Loss: Dallas Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland Dies by Suicide, Police Confirm

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Marshawn Kneeland, a defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys, has died by suicide following a police pursuit, as confirmed by local authorities on Thursday. He was just 24 years old.

In a statement, law enforcement in Frisco, Texas, detailed that their officers, alongside state troopers, were in pursuit of a vehicle that had previously evaded capture. They eventually located the car after it had crashed, but it was empty. Nearby, they discovered Kneeland’s body, with evidence suggesting he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Frisco police revealed that during their search efforts, they were informed of Kneeland’s previous expressions of suicidal thoughts.

“Marshawn was a cherished teammate and a valued member of our team. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his girlfriend Catalina and his family,” the Dallas Cowboys expressed in an official statement.

Kneeland’s agent, Jonathan Perzley, said he died on Wednesday 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,” Perzley said.

Kneeland recovered a blocked punt to score his only career touchdown Monday against the Arizona Cardinals. He was a second-round draft pick last year and had played in 18 games.

The NFL is in contact with the Cowboys and is offering counseling resources to teammates and coaches, the league said in a statement.

If you or a loved one are experiencing mental distress, please call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

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