Jerry Jones opens up about the devastating loss of Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, who took his own life at just 24 years old.
The NFL community is still reeling from the shocking news, and Jones' words serve as a poignant reminder of the impact Kneeland had on those around him. According to Jones, Kneeland's zest for life and passion for football made him truly unique, and his loss has left a gaping hole in the lives of those who knew him.
Jones' grief is palpable as he reflects on Kneeland's untimely death, saying it's "saddest thing" that someone so full of life was taken from us at such a young age. He hopes that Kneeland's tragedy can help raise awareness around mental health and encourage people to open up about their struggles.
For the Cowboys, this is a difficult time as they prepare to return to action against the Las Vegas Raiders next Monday. In a show of respect, players will wear t-shirts and decals on their helmets in tribute to Kneeland, who had already made a name for himself in his short career with 11 games played in his rookie season.
Jones' words also take on a broader significance, acknowledging that there are no easy answers in times like these. He urges people to "live life to the fullest," look for the best in others, and find ways to make sense of these difficult moments. As he so eloquently puts it, "it makes you want to look for the very best in what we have for each other."
The NFL community is still reeling from the shocking news, and Jones' words serve as a poignant reminder of the impact Kneeland had on those around him. According to Jones, Kneeland's zest for life and passion for football made him truly unique, and his loss has left a gaping hole in the lives of those who knew him.
Jones' grief is palpable as he reflects on Kneeland's untimely death, saying it's "saddest thing" that someone so full of life was taken from us at such a young age. He hopes that Kneeland's tragedy can help raise awareness around mental health and encourage people to open up about their struggles.
For the Cowboys, this is a difficult time as they prepare to return to action against the Las Vegas Raiders next Monday. In a show of respect, players will wear t-shirts and decals on their helmets in tribute to Kneeland, who had already made a name for himself in his short career with 11 games played in his rookie season.
Jones' words also take on a broader significance, acknowledging that there are no easy answers in times like these. He urges people to "live life to the fullest," look for the best in others, and find ways to make sense of these difficult moments. As he so eloquently puts it, "it makes you want to look for the very best in what we have for each other."
Mental health is still a major issue in sports, especially when it hits young athletes like Kneeland too early 
... losing someone as young & full of life is just devastating. 24 yrs old is way too soon! 
I can only imagine how tough it must be for everyone who knew Marshawn Kneeland, not just on the team but also in the community. Mental health awareness is SO important, and I hope Jerry's words will help spark a conversation that'll make a difference 
. Sending lots of love & positive vibes to the Cowboys & their fans right now 
. It feels like we're just hearing about this after the fact because Kneeland was on his way to stardom, you know? And what's with the NFL rushing into a show of respect with t-shirts and decals? Can't they see that's just a weak attempt to cover up their own failures in handling player mental health 
. Instead of wearing tribute gear, they should be implementing real change and support for players struggling with mental health issues 
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. As an NFL fan, seeing players like him have a zest for life and passion for football makes it even harder to accept what's happened. Jerry Jones' words are so true, we need to talk more about mental health & how we can support each other during tough times 
. As a fan of the Cowboys, it's heartbreaking to see Jerry Jones and his team dealing with the loss of such an talented player 
. It's okay to not be okay, and sometimes seeking help is the bravest thing you can do 
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but at the same time, let's not forget that football games are supposed to be fun too... i hope the cowboys can find a way to balance both their passion for the game and taking care of themselves and each other 
just reading this is heartbreaking, can't even imagine being Jerry Jones right now... Kneeland's story is a wake-up call, mental health is everything, gotta talk about it more, not just for athletes but for everyone 
hope the Cowboys can find some way to keep his memory alive on the field
this is just heartbreaking... losing someone so young & full of life is devastating. mental health awareness is more important than ever 
as a society, let's make sure we're creating spaces where people feel safe to open up & seek help 
. But at the same time, Jerry's message of living life to the fullest and finding the best in others is exactly what we need right now