LAS VEGAS — The Dallas Cowboys turned a difficult week into a powerful tribute Monday night, defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 33–16 at Allegiant Stadium. As head coach Brian Schottenheimer walked off the field to loud cheers, he kept pointing to his T-shirt honoring Marshawn Kneeland, the Cowboys defensive end who died on Nov. 6 from what officials said was a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a brief police chase.
Schottenheimer said wearing the tribute shirt brought him to tears.
“I know Marshawn was looking down on us, and we wanted to make him proud,” he said.
Team Leaned on Counseling, Vigil Ahead of Game
After their bye week, players met with grief counselors in both team and small-group sessions. The Cowboys held a candlelight vigil for Kneeland on Tuesday, and several players said returning to practice on Thursday felt healing.
Their message: play the way Marshawn played — with intensity and effort.
Dak Prescott Leads Tribute With Four Touchdowns
Quarterback Dak Prescott threw four touchdown passes and said the team’s performance was directly inspired by Kneeland.
“We’re going to continue shining a light on Marshawn and carrying his legacy,” Prescott said.
Prescott also wrote “One love” on his wrist tape — one of Kneeland’s favorite phrases.
Touchdown Passes Went To:
- CeeDee Lamb
- George Pickens
- Ryan Flournoy
- Jake Ferguson
Kneeland’s Presence Felt Throughout the Stadium
The Cowboys honored Kneeland in multiple ways:
- Players and coaches wore tribute T-shirts with his image.
- Cowboys helmets featured a blue No. 94 decal.
- His game jersey hung in the locker room and behind the defensive bench.
- Fans held homemade signs.
- A moment of silence took place pregame.
- Defensive line coach Aaron Whitecotton arrived wearing a replica No. 94 jersey.
The team plans to wear the shirts again next week against the Eagles, and some players may wear them all season.
The Raiders also joined the tribute, wearing warmup shirts reading “Call an Audible” with “988” on the back to highlight the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Dallas Cowboys Defense Delivers One of the Season’s Best Performances
The Dallas defense played with urgency, allowing just one touchdown and 236 total yards.
Defensive Highlights:
- Geno Smith pressured on 16 of 49 dropbacks
- 4 sacks
- 18 quarterback hits
Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa said the team used its grief as fuel.
“You’ve got to play through pain… just being able to repurpose that pain,” he said.
A Personal Moment for Ryan Flournoy
Receiver Ryan Flournoy, one of Kneeland’s closest friends, scored a touchdown and briefly looked upward afterward. Flournoy said both couples — he and his wife, and Kneeland and his girlfriend, Catalina Mancera — often double-dated.
“He’s gone, but he’s not gone,” Flournoy said. “He’s still with us.”
Summary
The Dallas Cowboys honored Marshawn Kneeland with a focused, emotional, and dominant 33–16 win over the Raiders. Players, coaches, and fans united in tribute, while Dak Prescott and the defense delivered standout performances. The team says it will continue carrying Kneeland’s legacy throughout the season.
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