{
  "id": 18414867,
  "title": "Dak Prescott Rallies Cowboys to Make Special Gesture for Late Teammate",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/dak-prescott-rallies-cowboys-to-make-special-gesture-for-late-teammate",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-06T01:34:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/dak-prescott-rallies-cowboys-to-make-special-gesture-for-late-teammate-12674189"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nearly a year after the death of former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, quarterback Dak Prescott announced on Thursday that he spoke to teammates about honoring him in a significant manner. This initiative, dubbed \"Huddle 94,\" will be attached to Kneeland's name and aims to improve communication among team members off the field. Prescott explained that this will allow for more conversations about life and stressors that could have potentially helped Kneeland, who was diagnosed with Stage 1 chronic traumatic encephalopathy posthumously.\n\nCTE is a progressive brain disease associated with repeated head traumas, and it is staged from I to IV, with Stage 4 indicating the most severe damage. Prescott emphasized the importance of creating these conversations to prevent what may have inevitably happened to Kneeland. The quarterback, who has previously battled depression and anxiety himself, stressed the significance of being vulnerable and honest as a leader. Prescott's emotional speech highlighted the team's deep appreciation for Kneeland and the importance of honoring his memory. Kneeland's loss was deeply felt by many, and Prescott expressed gratitude for the team's decision to create \"Huddle 94\" in his memory, hoping it would serve as a valuable resource for others.",
  "summary": "“We should never take these moments that we have, no matter if it’s football or whatever we do in life, for granted.“",
  "key_points": [
    "Dak Prescott announced Huddle 94 initiative for Marshawn Kneeland.",
    "Initiative aims to improve off-field communication among teammates.",
    "Prescott battled depression and anxiety, stresses importance of vulnerability."
  ],
  "editors_take": "By prioritizing vulnerability and open dialogue, the Cowboys are transforming a personal tragedy into a structured support system designed to address the mental health challenges facing professional athletes.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}