Foxborough, Massachusetts – November 2025

Since the news of the sudden passing of Marshawn Kneeland, the young star of the Dallas Cowboys, spread throughout the NFL, the sports community has been stunned and heartbroken. Marshawn, a talent full of promise, left too soon at just 24 years old, leaving not only fans but also players feeling profound sorrow.

However, a heartwarming action from the New England Patriots has touched everyone’s hearts. The Patriots players have joined hands to create a family support fund to assist Marshawn’s family during this difficult time, demonstrating their unity and compassion.

Specifically, the Patriots have established a fund to support, helping Marshawn Kneeland’s father and siblings, assisting them in overcoming this immense loss. This fund will cover living expenses and the family’s financial needs in the future. This is not only material help, but also a message about camaraderie and love among NFL players.

In addition to the support fund, the entire Patriots team sent a touching letter to Shawn Kneeland, Marshawn’s father, to share the grief and honor his son. The letter was signed by the whole team and carried a meaningful message, expressing the connection and support from former colleagues for the Kneeland family at this time.

Drake Maye, the young quarterback of the Patriots and the team’s representative face, shared his emotions in a press conference. “Marshawn is not only an amazing talent but also a brother in the big NFL family. This loss is a huge shock not only to his family, but to all of us. In this difficult moment, we will do everything to support Marshawn’s family, to let them know that they are not alone, and our love will always be with them.”

The humane action of the Patriots not only helps Marshawn’s family overcome the difficult time but also conveys a powerful message about unity and compassion in sports. The support process will continue, and the Patriots Nation community will certainly always remember this beautiful action.