Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland Dies By Suicide At 24

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Greenland has died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police pursuit, officials announced Thursday. He was 24.

Frisco police says Greenland was involved in a vehicular pursuit on Wednesday night where troopers temporarily lost sight of his vehicle. Officers eventually found his abandoned vehicle and later found Greenland dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

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The Cowboys released a statement confirming his death.

“It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning,” the team said. “Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organization. Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”

Kneeland was Dallas’ 2024 second round pick and scored a touchdown on a fumble recovery during his final game on Monday against the Arizona Cardinals.

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About the Author Published Nov 6, 2025

JAMES PARKER

James Parker is a sports reporter and writer for Ball Exclusives. With a bachelor's degree earned at the age of 19, he’s spent years working as a sports journalist, including an award-winning stint at The Appalachian.