Marshawn Kneeland's family has released a statement following the tragic passing of the Dallas Cowboys defensive end.

“We are devastated by this tremendous loss and are still processing the depth of our grief,” Marshawn’s family wrote in a joint Nov. 6 Facebook statement. “As Marshawn was making his mark on the football field with the Dallas Cowboys, he held an even more special place off the field—as a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, grandson, and friend.”

The NFL star had three siblings: AJ Kneeland, Shawn Kneeland, and Yahmya Kneeland, and the family spoke about the professional athlete's character.

“He was kind, determined, humble, and full of love,” they wrote. “His light shone brightly in every life he touched, and his spirit will continue to live on through the co

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