by: Dan Morrison 7 hours ago dan_morrison96
The NFL and the Dallas Cowboys suffered a tragedy this week with the passing of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland . Now, there are new details coming out surrounding what led to his death.
Nick Harris of the Fort Worth-Star Telegram has spoken to the Plano Police Department. Harris reports officers responded to a “welfare concern” at Kneeland’s residence at 11:40 p.m. CT on Wednesday. Officers did not make contact with anyone at the residence, per Harris.
Both the Dallas Cowboys and Kneeland’s agent released statements confirming his passing on Thursday morning. This had followed rumors circulating on social media about his death.
“I am shattered to confirm that my client and dearest friend Marshawn Kneeland passed away last night. I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys. Marshawn poured his heart into every snap, every practice, and every moment on the field. To lose someone with his talent, spirit, and goodness is a pain I can hardly put into words. My heart aches for his family, his teammates, and everyone who loved him,” his agent, Jon Perzley wrote. “And I hope they feel the support of the entire football community during this unimaginable time. I ask that you please give his loved ones the privacy and compassion they need as they grieve this tremendous loss.”