Article by David Istrate – Published on Thursday, 06 November 2025, 22:55 / Updated on Thursday, 06 November 2025 23:00
Dallas Cowboys NFL player Marshawn Kneeland died tonight after being chased by police. Following the investigations, it is suspected that the 24-year-old athlete committed suicide.
A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Marshawn Kneeland was drafted into the NFL in 2024 by the Dallas Cowboys. In his debut season, he played in 11 games.
Marshawn Kneeland, 24, dead: 'Beloved teammate'
In his second season in the NFL, Kneeland was chased by the police in Frisco, Texas on Wednesday night, but the football player managed to escape from them. His car was later located in a parking lot, but Kneeland was found just 3 hours later, shot. The police hypothesis is that the athlete committed suicide.
“It is with great sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share the news that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning. Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organization. Our thoughts and prayers for Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family,” the Dallas Cowboys said Thursday, according to ESPN.
“I am devastated to confirm that my client and dearest friend Marshawn Kneeland passed away last night. I watched him go from a dreamy, hopeful kid from Western Michigan to a respected pro with the Dallas Cowboys. Marshawn put soul into every practice and every moment on the field. Losing someone with such talent, spirit and kindness is a pain I can hardly put into words,” said Jonathan Perzley, Kneeland's agent.
“My heart goes out to his family and teammates and all who loved him and I hope they feel the support of the entire football community at this unimaginable time. I ask that you give his loved ones the privacy and compassion they need as they mourn their huge loss,” he added.
According to the American press, officers were informed that Kneeland may have expressed suicidal ideation.
