Micah Parsons Speaks for the First Time Since the Death of Former Teammate Marshawn Kneeland and How He’s Coping with the Devastating Loss

💔 The Silence Finally Broken

Green Bay, Wisconsin. After days of quiet mourning, Micah Parsons has finally spoken publicly about the sudden passing of Marshawn Kneeland, his former teammate whom he considered a little brother.
In an emotional interview posted by Cameron Ezeir (@EzeirCameron) of WFRV Sports (We Are Green Bay), Parsons appeared visibly shaken as he reflected on the heartbreaking news.

“Man, it’s tough… We should all use this time to stay prayed up, you know?
It made me reach out to some friends back home and former teammates to tell them we took for granted the time we had together.”
Micah Parsons said softly, his voice breaking.

🙏 A Prayer and a Lesson in Brotherhood

Parsons, who played alongside Kneeland with the Dallas Cowboys before being traded to the Green Bay Packers in August 2025, said the tragedy made him realize the true value of time, friendship, and gratitude.

He urged everyone in the football community to stay prayed up, to appreciate every moment with those around them both on and off the field.

“Marshawn always played with intent and passion, he played the right way. That’s how I’m going to honor him moving forward, by keeping that same mindset in every game.”
Micah Parsons.

🤝 “If the Kneeland Family Needs Anything, I’ll Be the First One There”

In the closing moments of the interview, Parsons made a powerful promise:

“If the Kneeland family needs anything, rides, food, whatever, I’ll be the first one there.
That’s family. Real family.”

The words silenced the locker room for a few seconds. It wasn’t the voice of a football star but of a man grieving for someone he loved like a brother.

Micah Parsons spoke for the first time since the passing of his former teammate, Marshawn Kneeland, and how he handled/is handling such a devastating loss.

"We should all use this time to stay prayed up... it made me reach out to some friends back home and former teammates about… pic.twitter.com/CScHA7dAzH

— Cameron Ezeir (@EzeirCameron) November 7, 2025

🕊️ A Loss That Shook the NFL Family

Marshawn Kneeland, a young defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys, passed away on November 6, 2025, in Texas at just 24 years old, only days after his last game.
Though the official cause has not been released, his death has left the NFL community heartbroken.

Parsons was among the first to speak publicly, sparking a wave of tributes across social media. Players like Russell Wilson and Dak Prescott also shared their condolences, and discussions are underway about creating a support fund for the Kneeland family.

🌟 A Symbol of Humanity Amid the Pain

From his weary eyes to his trembling voice, Parsons showed that he’s more than a dominant force on the field, he’s a man who values connection, compassion, and family.

“Prayers up for them.” he whispered before walking away.

A short sentence, but one that spoke volumes.
Behind the helmets and under the bright lights of the NFL are hearts that feel, grieve, and stand together no matter how painful the loss.