Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland’s death is the second tragedy for his family in the last two years. Kneeland lost his mother, Wendy, unexpectedly last February, two months before he was taken in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Western Michigan.

The Dallas Cowboys and the rest of the NFL world are still trying to digest the horrible news of the tragic passing of Marshawn Kneeland. On Thursday, it was announced that Kneeland had tragically passed away at the age of 24.

Dallas Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland, who died on Nov. 5, was raised in Michigan by his parents, Shawn and Wendy. Here's what to know about Marshawn Kneeland's family, including his parents, siblings and girlfriend.

The Dallas Cowboys tragically lost a teammate after the sudden death of Marshawn Kneeland at 24 years old on Thursday, November 6. Since then tributes have been pouring in for the defensive lineman on social media as his fans mourn his loss.

News of Kneeland's death came just days after the player, who wore No. 94, scored his first NFL touchdown for the Texas team on primetime TV, as the Dallas Cowboys faced off against the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football.

Dallas Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland's death at 24 years old has left the NFL community reeling. Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Darius Slay's wife, Jennifer Slay, is among many mourning the Cowboys player's death. Jennifer shared a strong message on X after Kneeland's death: