What happened: The New England Patriots organization shared condolences from Chairman & CEO Robert Kraft directed toward the McNair family following her death as Senior Chair.
Why it matters: Janice McNair served as Senior Chair of the Texans after co-founding the franchise alongside her late husband, Bob McNair. Longtime NFL ownership figures including Robert Kraft worked alongside the McNair leadership across multiple decades of league governance.
What to watch: The Houston franchise and the league are expected to hold memorial observances ahead of the upcoming 2026 preseason.