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Mack Hollins Wears 988 Shirt Before Patriots Game Following Marshawn Kneeland’s Death

The receiver used his pregame arrival to promote the suicide‑prevention lifeline to urge those in crisis to seek help.

Overview

  • Hollins arrived at Gillette Stadium before Thursday night’s game against the Jets wearing a T‑shirt with “988” on the front and “YOU ARE WORTH IT” on the back.
  • The shirt included additional affirmations, and Hollins told cameras, “It’s okay to not be okay.”
  • His gesture came roughly a week after Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland died of a self‑inflicted gunshot wound following a reported traffic stop and foot pursuit.
  • Family members have said Kneeland was experiencing a mental‑health crisis and suicidal thoughts at the time of his death.
  • The Cowboys have stated an intent to financially support Kneeland’s girlfriend and their unborn child, while fans on social media widely praised Hollins’ message.