The Houston Texans honored one of their most beloved figures Sunday, inducting Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice McNair into the franchise's Ring of Honor during a heartfelt halftime ceremony.
Mrs. McNair became the fourth member of the Ring of Honor, joining her late husband, Texans Founder Bob McNair, along with franchise legends Andre Johnson and J.J. Watt. The ceremony featured an outpouring of appreciation from players past and present, organization members, and family.
"Mom, we're all here today because of you," said Cal McNair, Texans Chair and CEO, as he presented his mother with the Ring of Honor blazer. "You helped bring football back to Houston and you have always been the heartbeat of the team."
The ceremony, emceed by Marc Vandermeer, voice of the Texans, highlighted Mrs. McNair's immeasurable impact both on the franchise and the Houston community. More than 20 years ago, Janice and Bob McNair brought professional football back to the city. To date, they have contributed more than half a billion dollars to charity.
Throughout the presentation, video tributes showcased the deep affection players and staff have for Mrs. McNair. Current and former Texans spoke of her consistent presence, warm support, and genuine care for everyone in the organization.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Andre Johnson presented McNair with a special gift during the ceremony, while fans held up "Thank You Mrs. McNair" cards throughout NRG Stadium.
In her remarks, Mrs. McNair remained characteristically humble and team-focused. "I'm just so grateful and thrilled to be here and part of this special group of Texans," she said before rallying the crowd with, "Let's go Texans, let's win this ball game."
Cal McNair noted how pleased his father would have been to see Janice's name installed in the rafters alongside his own. "I'm so proud that your name will be up there in the rafters alongside his, Andre's, and J.J. — right where it belongs," he said.
The ceremony concluded with Mrs. McNair officially taking her place among Texans immortals, her name now permanently displayed at the Ring of Honor level — a fitting tribute to the first lady of the franchise and a woman who has dedicated decades to Houston football and the community.
