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Tragic Death of Cowboys Player Marshawn Kneeland at 24

11/22/2025

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Marshawn Kneeland, a 24-year-old Dallas Cowboys defensive end, died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound on November 6 in Frisco, Texas.
Western Michigan University Police conducted welfare checks on Kneeland for mental health concerns and firearm possession, including incidents in 2020 and June 2023.
Following a traffic pursuit, authorities found Kneeland's body after reports of suicidal ideations.
A private memorial service was held in Wyoming, Michigan.

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Marshawn Kneeland, a 24-year-old Dallas Cowboys defensive end, died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound on November 6 in Frisco, Texas.
Western Michigan University Police conducted welfare checks on Kneeland for mental health concerns and firearm possession, including incidents in 2020 and June 2023.
Following a traffic pursuit, authorities found Kneeland's body after reports of suicidal ideations.
A private memorial service was held in Wyoming, Michigan.