Houston removed from Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has restructured its selection committee, eliminating longtime Houston Chronicle reporter John McClain after 33 years. This change reduces the committee size from 50 to 28 members. McClain represented Houston, the Oilers, and Texans during his tenure, presenting cases for several players including Andre Johnson. McClain expressed gratitude for his decades of service but noted the decision has faced backlash on social media, with former ESPN reporter Ed Werder criticizing the removal of someone with extensive experience in the league. The Hall revamped the selection process, including new guidelines for how Hall of Fame cases are presented.

• 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Houston no longer represented on Pro Football Hall of Fame's selection committee