Dallas Cowboys star Marshawn Kneeland's girlfriend gives birth 7 months after his death at 24

Dallas Cowboys’ tragedy intersects with a personal milestone as Marshawn Kneeland’s girlfriend, Catalina Mancera, gives birth seven months after his death. Mancera announced the birth of their son, Makhai, on June 11, sharing a photo of the newborn wearing a onesie bearing Kneeland’s name and No. 94. Kneeland, a 24-year-old defensive lineman, died by suicide after a Frisco police chase in November 2025, having played 18 NFL games and scoring his first TD a week before his death. The Cowboys established a memorial fund to support Mancera and the baby, underscoring Kneeland’s status as a beloved teammate.