It seems that every of the 12 NFL video games on Sunday will honor the late Marshawn Kneeland.
ESPN reported Saturday, the NFL despatched a memo to each staff on Friday, asking them to carry a second of silence throughout their pre-game ceremonies days after his dying.
After the second of silence, a message will likely be learn in every stadium that claims, “In case you or somebody is struggling or wants emotional assist, please name or textual content 988. The Suicide and Disaster Lifeline is accessible 24-7 to assist,” per the outlet.
This request from the league comes simply two days after the Broncos held a second of silence for the Cowboys defensive finish forward of their 10-7 win over the Raiders at Mile Excessive Stadium on Thursday.
Kneeland, 24, was discovered useless on Thursday morning from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police chase, in keeping with the Texas Division of Public Security.
After Kneeland didn't cease following a visitors violation Wednesday night time, DPS troopers stated they bought right into a car pursuit with the previous second-round choose.
Troopers later discovered Kneeland's automobile deserted after initially shedding sight of the car.
Kneeland's physique was then present in a porta-potty near his automobile, in keeping with the police audio obtained by TMZ.
The police audio additionally talked about that Kneeland's girlfriend, Catalina, stated that he was armed and would “finish all of it.”
“We're speaking to the girlfriend, she's attempting to name the agent, so we're attempting to get her to name him first however she's saying he's armed and has a historical past of psychological sickness, and her quote was, ‘He'll finish all of it,'” the dispatcher stated.
The Cowboys have a bye this week and can play their first sport since his dying on Monday, Nov. 17 in opposition to the Raiders.
If you're scuffling with suicidal ideas or are experiencing a psychological well being disaster, you possibly can name or textual content 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org totally free and confidential disaster counseling.
