Roger Goodell honors Janice McNair's legacy in NFL and Houston
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 8:23 AM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has commemorated Janice McNair, co-founder of the Houston Texans, who passed away at age 89. Goodell highlighted her pivotal role in returning professional football to Houston and leading the franchise over the past 25 years. Under her watch after her husband Bob's death, Janice maintained the team's commitment to service and the community. The Texans, the NFL's 32nd team, began play in 2002, stemming from her and Bob McNair's efforts. Goodell expressed condolences to the McNair family, the Texans organization, and the Houston community.
- •Janice McNair founded the Texans with her late husband Bob.
- •She served as controlling owner for six years after Bob's passing.
- •Goodell recognized her contributions during a pivotal time for the franchise.
- •The Texans began play as the NFL's 32nd team in 2002.
- •McNair's legacy includes a strong commitment to charity and community service.
- 1:28 PMYahoo Sports — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell offers condolences to Texans following Janice McNair's passing
- 8:23 AMYahoo Sports — Roger Goodell: Janice McNair's impact on Houston and the NFL will be felt for generations
"NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is remembering Texans co-founder Janice McNair for her role in brining pro football back to Houston and her leadership during the quarter-century since the Texans joined the NFL.
"Janice McNair's legacy around the NFL touched countless lives and those outside of Houston are sending their condolences, including the head of the NFL.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 1:28 PMNFL commissioner Roger Goodell offers condolences to Texans following Janice McNair's passing
Janice McNair's legacy around the NFL touched countless lives and those outside of Houston are sending their condolences, including the head of the NFL.
- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 8:23 AMRoger Goodell: Janice McNair's impact on Houston and the NFL will be felt for generations
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is remembering Texans co-founder Janice McNair for her role in brining pro football back to Houston and her leadership during the quarter-century since the Texans joined the NFL.
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