What Is Marshawn Kneeland's Cause Of Death? Here's Everything We Know After His Sudden Death At 24

As the ongoing NFL season heats up, a heartbreaking tragedy has shaken the world of football. Dallas Cowboys defensive end, Marshawn Kneeland, one of the most promising young stars, has died at the age of 24. The news comes just a few days after he scored the first touchdown of his career in the NFL, making the loss even more painful for his family, fellow teammates, and fans alike. His team confirmed the news on November 6, 2025, and extended their condolences to his family and girlfriend, Catalina. Furthermore, his agent, Jon Perzley, also confirmed the news without revealing many details.

What is the cause of Marshawn Kneeland's death? 

Marshawn Kneeland's sudden death has left both his fans and the NFL community in shock; he had just played in the Cowboys match on November 3, 2025, against the Arizona Cardinals. He made headlines during the match by recovering a blocked punt in the end zone for his first touchdown, and within three days, he passed away. The cause of his death has not yet been officially confirmed by authorities. Yet, a police dispatch audio attatined by TMZ revealed that his girlfriend alerted them after he called him and bid a farewell to his family. She allegedly told he was struggling with mental health issues and was armed. Catalina mentioned he was armed and he has died shot himself with a self-inflicted wound. Sharing his feelings on the update, his agent said:

"To lose someone with his talent, spirit, and goodness is a pain I can hardly put into words."

Despite the mystery surrounding his sudden cause of death, tributes and messages are pouring in from the NFL community and fans across the league. The NFL released an official statement on the news, expressing its grief over the passing of the Dallas Cowboys Star. At the same time, they revealed that they have offered support and counseling resources to the team.

Marshawn Kneeland's last social media post was a tribute to his mother

The tragic news has made fans more emotional after Marshawn Kneeland's last social media post surfaced on social media. In the post, Marshawn referenced the anime Cyberpunk, where the main character fulfilled his late mother's dream of becoming successful. For those unaware, the NFL star's mother had passed away in 2024, and the post reflected his inner emotions, which aligned with the storyline.

More about Marshawn Kneeland

Before joining the NFL, Marshawn Kneeland's journey was an inspirational tale of a rising star in the football community. Marshawn, born in 2001, studied at Godwin Heights High School in Wyoming, Michigan. It marked the beginning of his football journey, where he played both linebacker and tight end. He had impressive career statistics with 110 tackles, eight sacks, and 20 receptions for 330 yards in his senior year. 

All these figures earned him a spot at Western Michigan University. From 2019 to 2023, Marshawn became popular as one of the top defensive players with 149 tackles and was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round of the NFL draft in 2024. He had just entered the NFL eighteen months ago, and the tragic end to a rising star has left football fans in shock. 

We heartfelt our heartfelt condolences to Marshawn Kneeland's family in this painful time.

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