Aaron Whitecotton honors Marshawn Kneeland during men's mental health awareness month

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:42 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Aaron Whitecotton honors Marshawn Kneeland during men's mental health awareness month
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Aaron Whitecotton, Tennessee Titans defensive line coach, paid tribute to former player Marshawn Kneeland during a press conference on June 17, 2026. Whitecotton wore a pin honoring Kneeland, who tragically lost his life to suicide last November while playing for the Dallas Cowboys. His emotional remarks highlighted Kneeland's impact on those around him and the importance of remembering him, especially during men's mental health awareness month. The Dallas Cowboys have also honored Kneeland's memory with tributes in their locker room. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer expressed commitment to supporting Kneeland's family, including his newborn son.

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  • Aaron Whitecotton honors Marshawn Kneeland at a press conference.
  • Kneeland lost his life to suicide while with the Cowboys.
  • Tributes for Kneeland installed in the Cowboys' locker room.
  • Schottenheimer commits to supporting Kneeland's family.
  • June is recognized as men's mental health awareness month.
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  • 8:42 PMYahoo SportsFormer Cowboys coach Aaron Whitecotton honors Marshawn Kneeland with powerful message during men's mental health awareness month
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The Dallas Cowboys are honoring Marshawn Kneeland's memory the right way. And that extends to former Cowboys, as well, like now Tennessee Titans DL coach Aaron Whitecotton.

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