Dallas Cowboys pay tribute to Marshawn Kneeland 12 days after his death at 24

The Dallas Cowboys returned to the field Monday night with heavy hearts, and all eyes were on the tribute to Marshawn Kneeland. This was their first game since he passed away, so they showed respect through meaningful gestures.

Helmets had stickers with his number - 94 - as players stepped onto the field; meanwhile, crew members wore dark blue T-shirts showing his face along with "2001–2025" before facing the Las Vegas Raiders.

Emotions ran high, revealing how much he meant to everyone close by - not only during games but also in everyday moments.

Cowboys and Raiders honor Marshawn Kneeland in emotional pregame tribute

The air at Allegiant Stadium felt thick as both squads stopped to honor Marshawn Kneeland ahead of the game, this being Dallas's first away match since he passed on November 5.

In the visitor's locker area, a No. 94 jersey sat empty; then came quiet moments while teammates watched a tribute clip, soon after hearing a heartfelt version of the national anthem.

With 'One Love' scrawled on his tape, Dak Prescott stepped onto the turf - those words meant something special to Kneeland - and mentioned that playing strong together would show real respect.

Meanwhile, Las Vegas showed support too, warming up in shirts labeled 'Call an Audible,' which included info for the 988 mental health hotline.

The moment highlighted a tough phase for the Dallas Cowboys, grieving the young player's death yet supporting his partner and baby through a fresh tribute effort.

Even as teammates and staff deal with disbelief and sorrow, the evening's gestures carried one idea: honoring Kneeland involves facing hurt and talking about emotional struggles.

While coping unfolds differently for everyone, actions this week showed unity - not just in sadness but in speaking up.

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