Who Is Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland's Girlfriend Catalina? Here's What We Know So Far About Their Bond

The NFL community is in mourning after the sudden death of Dallas Cowboys defensive end, Marshawn Kneeland, who passed away at just 24. The tragic news was confirmed by the league early morning on November 6, 2025. Unfortunately, the news comes just days after he scored his first career NFL touchdown, which left his teammates, fans, and family in shock.

As tributes are pouring in for the rising NFL star, several fans are also curious to know about Marshawn Kneeland's girlfriend, Catalina, who was mentioned in both the Dallas Cowboys' official statement and other reports about his death. Here's everything we know about her till now. 

Who is Marshawn Kneeland's girlfriend? 

According to a statement released by the Dallas Cowboys and multiple outlets, Marshawn Kneeland was in a relationship with Catalina before his demise. While the team has acknowledged her in their condolence message, little information is available about her personally. Her family and Marshawn's family have kept her identity private in this difficult time. According to a police dispatch audio obtained by TMZ Sports, she was the one who alerted the authorities after receiving a distress message from Marshawn. Further, it revealed that she told the police he was armed and struggling with mental health, leading to a fear that he might harm himself.

The police dispatch records even mentioned that Catalina tried to contact Marshawn's agent and the Dallas Cowboys organization after receiving the alarming message. In turn, the operators reportedly relayed that Marshawn had texted his family to bid them farewell, prompting a quick search for him using drones and K-9 units. But despite these efforts, authorities later confirmed his death. Expressing their condolences, Dallas Cowboys wrote: 

"Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organization. Our thoughts and prayers are with his girlfriend, Catalina, and his family."

What is the cause of Marshawn Kneeland's death?

While the exact cause of Marshawn Kneeland's death has not been officially confirmed, several outlets hint that his death appears to be a result of his mental health crisis. He last played just three days earlier on November 3, 2025, against the Arizona Cardinals, where he made headlines by recovering a blocked punt for a touchdown. Sharing his feelings on the tragic occasion, his manager, Jonathan Perzley, said: 

"To lose someone with his talent, spirit, and goodness is a pain I can hardly put into words." 

More about Marshawn Kneeland 

Marshawn Kneeland was born in 2001 and began his professional football journey in high school. He attended Godwin Heights High School in Wyoming, Michigan, where he distinguished himself as both a linebacker and tight end due to his strong performance. The Cowboys star scored 110 tackles, eight sacks, and 20 receptions for 330 yards in his senior year. It earned him a spot at Western Michigan University in 2019. After playing for five years, he became one of the top defensive players in the college circuit and was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round of the the 2024 NFL Draft. However, within just 18 months of his journey into the NFL, the young football star's journey was cut short, and he left for the heavenly abode.

We share our heartfelt condolences to Marshawn Kneeland's family in this difficult time. 

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