Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland dies
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The NFL world mourned Kneeland's death, with many of his teammates, former Cowboys players and his alma mater, Western Michigan, posting tributes to him. The NFL also offered condolences to Kneeland's loved ones in a statement while acknowledging it would provide the Cowboys counseling resources in wake of Kneeland's death.
Smith, the franchise’s all-time leading rusher, said he was “heartbroken” over the development in a post on Twitter/X. Kneeland died Thursday morning from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police chase, authorities said. He was 24.
The audio, which was first obtained by TMZ Sports, reveals Kneeland telling his family goodbye. Kneeland later died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.