Houston, TX, July 25, 2026 —

Janice McNair, a significant figure in the National Football League and co-founder of the Houston Texans, has passed away and been laid to rest. The news of her passing was reported by KHOU.

McNair was instrumental in the establishment of the Houston Texans. She held the position of senior chair for the team. Her role extended beyond ownership, encompassing a leadership presence within the organization.

Further details regarding the timeline of her passing or specific funeral arrangements were not immediately available in the initial reports. The scope of her contributions to the team and her legacy within the NFL community are expected to be subjects of continued discussion.

Janice McNair was the wife of Robert C. McNair, who founded the Houston Texans in 1999. Following Robert McNair’s death in 2018, Janice McNair assumed a more prominent leadership role with the team. Her stewardship guided the franchise through subsequent seasons.

The Houston Texans organization has not yet released a public statement regarding her passing. Information regarding memorial services or tributes is also pending.



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