Roger Goodell: Janice McNair's impact on Houston and the NFL will be felt for generations
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Key Points:
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell honored Janice McNair for her pivotal role in bringing professional football back to Houston and her leadership of the Texans franchise.
- Janice McNair, who passed away at 89, co-founded the Houston Texans with her late husband Bob McNair and served as controlling owner for six years after his death.
- Goodell praised her generosity, grace, and commitment to community, highlighting her contributions to building the Texans into an organization reflecting strong values.
- The Texans became the NFL’s 32nd team in 1999 and started playing in 2002, with the McNair family continuing leadership through their son Cal McNair as Chair and CEO.
- The NFL extended condolences to the McNair family, the Texans organization, and the Houston community following her passing.
