US EditionCowboys Back at Work Outside View of Media After Death of Marshawn Kneeland
Marshawn Kneeland died by suicide after struggling with his mother’s death earlier in 2024, with NFL teams observing a moment of silence in his honor.
- On Thursday, November 6, 2025, Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland died by suicide after fleeing a police traffic stop and abandoning his car following a chase.
- Nicole Kneeland-Woods said he was still reeling from his mother's death long ago, and family linked his grief over Wendy Kneeland's passing to mental-health struggles.
- The Cowboys selected Kneeland in the second round in 2024, and he scored his first touchdown on Monday, November 3, Jones said, highlighting his passion for the game.
- The NFL sent a memo on Friday, November 8, asking all 32 teams to hold a moment of silence on Sunday, November 9, and teams read mental-health resources before games.
- Teammates mourned publicly, leaving four floral bouquets and Instagram tributes, as Kneeland's death adds to concern in the broader 2025 football community.
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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones mourns Marshawn Kneeland, says tragic loss highlights importance of compassion
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).Marshawn Kneeland, who appeared in 18 games with the Dallas Cowboys since being drafted in 2024, died at age 24 from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, it was announced last week."It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed…
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Cowboys back at work outside view of media after death of Marshawn Kneeland
The Dallas Cowboys are back at work coming off their open week, absent the usual media presence as the club starts the process of returning to the field following the death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland.
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KTSMDallas Cowboys hold meeting to mourn Marshawn Kneeland's loss
The Dallas Cowboys returned to practice after their bye week to honor the late Marshawn Kneeland, with CEO Stephen Jones emphasizing the importance of balancing mourning and professional commitment…
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