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Marshawn Kneeland's girlfriend welcomes baby boy 7 months after his death

Mancera shared photos of Makhai and a video honoring Kneeland, seven months after the Dallas Cowboys defensive end died by suicide.

  • On Monday, Catalina Mancera announced the birth of her son, Makhai, born June 11, seven months after the death of Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland.
  • Kneeland, 24, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on November 5, 2025, during an apparent mental health episode following a police pursuit in Frisco, Texas.
  • Mancera shared photos of the infant wearing a onesie featuring Kneeland's Dallas Cowboys jersey, while former teammates and NFL figures offered public congratulations on the post.
  • Coach Brian Schottenheimer remembered Kneeland as "the most playful spirit of any young man" as the Dallas Cowboys established the Marshawn Kneeland Memorial Fund in November.
  • If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available by calling or texting 988, or by visiting 988lifeline.org for confidential, free support.
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9NEWS Denver broke the news in Denver, United States on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
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