Texans co-founder Janice McNair passes away at 89

Janice McNair, co-founder and Senior Chair of the Houston Texans, died on July 14 at the age of 89. The team confirmed her passing on Tuesday afternoon. Alongside her late husband Bob McNair, she helped establish the Texans in 2002, bringing the NFL back to Houston after the Oilers' departure. Following Bob's death in 2018, Janice became the team's primary owner until passing on the role to her son, Cal, in 2024. She is remembered for her philanthropic efforts, contributions to the community, and her role in the organization, having been inducted into the Texans Ring of Honor last season.

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