The Houston Texans have announced the passing of Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair. She passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon with her family by her side. She was 89.
In a statement, the Texans said:
Houston Texans Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the age of 89. She is survived by four children, 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Texans Chair and CEO Cal McNair reflected on his mother’s life and legacy in a heartfelt statement.
“Mom was exceptional. She exuded kindness, radiated joy, had an endless amount of hope and love, and lived an incredible life centered around faith, family, philanthropy and football,” McNair said. “It’s impossible to describe the profound gratitude that my sisters, Ruth and Melissa, and I feel for having her as our mom. Outside of our family, nothing mattered more to her than her beloved Texans.
“I remain honored to lead this franchise and build on the foundation my parents set when they brought football back to Houston. Mom leaves an indelible mark on our family, our team and our community, and her giving spirit will always be embedded in the fabric of our organization. While I’m heartbroken, I take great comfort in knowing she is now reunited with my dad, her favorite teammate.”