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Former NFL Prospect Marshawn Kneeland Dies by Suicide at 24

11/24/2025

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Marshawn Kneeland, a former Western Michigan football player and 2024 NFL Draft second-round pick, died by suicide on November 6 at 24.
Mental health concerns began in 2020, per reports.
Welfare checks were conducted by police due to indications of suicidal thoughts and firearm possession.
The Dallas Cowboys honored Kneeland posthumously.

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Story summary

Marshawn Kneeland, a former Western Michigan football player and 2024 NFL Draft second-round pick, died by suicide on November 6 at 24.
Mental health concerns began in 2020, per reports.
Welfare checks were conducted by police due to indications of suicidal thoughts and firearm possession.
The Dallas Cowboys honored Kneeland posthumously.