Catalina Mancera, the girlfriend of former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, has given birth to their child, according to the New York Post. The birth comes months after Kneeland's tragic death by suicide in November of last year.
Kneeland, who played for the Cowboys, died unexpectedly, leaving behind Mancera and their unborn child. The exact date of the birth and the child's name have not been disclosed.
The death of Kneeland, who was 24 at the time, sent shockwaves through the NFL community. The Cowboys organization and former teammates expressed their condolences and support for Mancera.
Mancera has remained largely private since Kneeland's passing, but the birth of their child marks a bittersweet milestone for the family. No further details about the child's health or future plans have been released.
The NFL has no official comment on the matter, though player wellness and mental health initiatives have been a focus for the league in the wake of several high-profile tragedies.