Cowboys Coach Discloses Marshawn Kneeland’s Girlfriend’s Pregnancy

Brian Schottenheimer, head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, announced on Wednesday that Marshawn Kneeland’s girlfriend, Catalina Mancera, is expecting a baby. This revelation comes in the wake of Kneeland’s tragic death by suicide at the age of 24.

Support for Catalina Mancera and the Baby

In light of this heartbreaking news, the Cowboys have established the Marshawn Kneeland Memorial Fund. The fund aims to provide financial support to Mancera and her child. Schottenheimer emphasized the importance of ensuring both Mancera and the baby are well taken care of moving forward. “Our guys, it’s very important to them and to us,” he stated.

Details Surrounding Marshawn Kneeland’s Death

Kneeland was involved in a police incident shortly before his death. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), troopers attempted to pull over his vehicle for a traffic violation. Kneeland, however, did not stop, leading to a brief pursuit.

• The pursuit ended when the troopers lost sight of Kneeland’s car.
• His abandoned vehicle was later discovered crashed nearby.
• A portable toilet was the location where Kneeland was found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

In distressing audio released by the police, Mancera expressed her concerns about Kneeland’s mental health, stating that he was armed and had previously voiced suicidal thoughts, saying he “will end it all.”

Mancera’s Response and Grief

After the tragic event, Mancera shared her grief with the Daily Mail, stating, “I’m grieving hard right now. It will be a long time before I’ll feel ready to talk at any length.” She is currently handling funeral arrangements, but details are yet to be determined.

Kneeland’s Legacy

Days before his untimely death, Kneeland performed impressively, scoring a touchdown on a blocked punt during “Monday Night Football” against the Arizona Cardinals. Schottenheimer reflected on Kneeland’s vibrant spirit and athleticism, saying, “His smile could take you to your knees. No one had a better motor than him.”

The Carolina Panthers, who were on a bye week following their game against the Cardinals, will honor Kneeland with helmet decals during their upcoming match against the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday.

Mental Health Support Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, immediate help is available. You can reach out to call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for confidential crisis counseling.