Dallas Cowboys Rise from the Pain: CeeDee Lamb Tearfully Remembers Marshawn Kneeland

The Dallas Cowboys and the entire NFL community are still in shock after the sudden passing of Marshawn Kneeland, the 24-year-old defensive end who had just begun to make his mark with the team. According to AP News and ESPN, Kneeland died in what authorities are investigating as a possible suicide following a police pursuit and crash.

Drafted in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Kneeland was one of the Cowboys’ most promising young players after a standout career at Western Michigan University. Just days before his passing, he celebrated his first career NFL touchdown by recovering a blocked punt — a moment that now feels bittersweet for teammates and fans alike.

Inside the locker room, grief still lingers. Star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb shared through tears:

“I still hear his voice in the locker room every morning… All the games to come, we will play for Kneeland.”

To honor their late teammate, the entire Dallas Cowboys team will wear bracelets engraved with the words “Kneeland in our hearts” during their upcoming game against the Las Vegas Raiders on November 18, 2025 — a sacred tribute to a teammate who will forever be part of the Cowboys family.

The Cowboys organization has expressed deep condolences to Kneeland’s family and girlfriend, calling him “a beloved teammate and member of our organization.” The tragedy has also sparked renewed attention to mental health awareness across the league, with players and coaches emphasizing the importance of checking in on one another both on and off the field.

As the Cowboys prepare to take the field again, their mission goes beyond football. Every snap, every tackle, and every touchdown will now carry a deeper meaning — a promise to play for Marshawn Kneeland, whose spirit will continue to inspire the team.

“Kneeland will live forever in our hearts — in every play, every fight, and every moment we step onto the field.”