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Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland dead at age 24

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Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at age 24, the team said Thursday. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.

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  • Marshawn Kneeland, a 24-year-old Dallas Cowboys defensive end, has died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. 12s
  • Kneeland's death occurred after a police chase that began with a traffic violation stop near Frisco, Texas. 25s
  • Police found Kneeland deceased about three hours after locating his crashed vehicle. 46s
  • Reactions and condolences have been shared by the NFL, Kneeland's agent, and his family, highlighting his impact both on and off the field. 1m 0s
  • Kneeland had recently scored his first professional touchdown, and the medical examiner is continuing to investigate the case. 2m 7s
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