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The NFL is asking all teams to hold a moment of silence on Sunday for Dallas Cowboys rookie Marshawn Kneeland, who died last week, ESPN reported.
The league reportedly sent a memo to all teams on Friday requesting a moment of silence, which will be followed by a message on jumbotrons saying: “If you or someone you know is struggling or needs emotional support, please call or text 988. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 to help.”
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Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland (94) walks on the field during the team’s training camp at River Ridge Playing Fields in Oxnard, California, on July 25, 2024. (Brandon Sloter/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Kneeland died early Thursday morning, a few days after recording his first NFL touchdown on Monday night.
The Texas Department of Public Safety and the Frisco Police Department later released statements confirming that Kneeland had Died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound Injured after a police chase in Texas.
COWBOYS DEFENSIVE FINISH MARSHAWN KNEELAND DEATH AT AGE 24
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland (94) recovers a blocked punt for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals in the first half at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Nov. 3, 2025. (Kevin Jairaj/Image Images)
Kneeland’s agent, Jonathan Perzley, paid tribute to the young NFL player in a lengthy statement, remembering him for his “spirit” and “kindness.”
“I saw him make his way since I was a hopeful child in Western Michigan with the dream of being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys. Marshawn put his heart into every play, every practice and every moment on the field. “Losing someone with his talent, spirit and kindness is a pain I can hardly put into words.”
According to officials, DPS officers attempted a traffic stop around 10:33 p.m. when the driver, later identified as Kneeland, refused to stop. Authorities initiated a chase but eventually lost sight of Kneeland’s vehicle, ending the chase.
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Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland (94) is on the field after the game against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on August 16, 2025. (Kevin Jairaj/Image Images)
His car was later found abandoned and authorities found Kneeland dead nearby.
Frisco police, who assisted in the DPS chase, issued a statement saying officers found the abandoned vehicle “minutes later” and that Kneeland was believed to have fled on foot.
Police said during their search they learned that “Kneeland had expressed suicidal ideation.”
Kneeland was in his second season with the Cowboys after being selected 56th overall. 2024 NFL Draft. His death came just days after he recorded his first NFL touchdown in a game against the Arizona Cardinals on Monday night.
