HOUSTON - The news of the death of Houston Texans owner Bob McNair quickly spread online after the team confirmed his passing Friday evening.
Below are reactions from local leaders, NFL teams, athletes, and fans of the legendary businessman:
Very sad news — Bob loved his community, brought the NFL back to Houston, and worked tirelessly to make Texas and our nation a better place for everyone. He will be deeply missed. https://t.co/m3nerJ4QIm
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) November 24, 2018
RIP to Mr.Mcnair thankful for the opportunity you gave me as well as others to respresent this organizaton ! Prayers are with the family #WeAreTexans
— kwebb (@kayvonwebster) November 24, 2018
Today we lost our friend and a great Alumnus in Mr. Bob McNair. Our Gamecock Family sends condolences to Mrs.McNair and their entire family. #ForevertoThee
— Ray Tanner (@RayTannerSC) November 24, 2018
We stand in salute to Bob McNair, a man who gave back more than he took away, making college possible for two decades of McNair Scholars and changing the lives of countless #Gamecocks. https://t.co/0Rw0BjwsSD pic.twitter.com/d0KQc53rOc
— University of South Carolina (@UofSC) November 24, 2018
Rest In Peace Bob McNair, you will be missed. God Bless. https://t.co/A5tnmhb4kf
— Dan Crenshaw (@DanCrenshawTX) November 24, 2018
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Bob McNair. We will never forget how gracious he was to us as we transitioned into ownership of the Bills. On behalf of the Bills we extend our deepest condolences to the McNair family, the Houston Texans and their fans.
— Kim Pegula (@KimPegula) November 24, 2018
Statement from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on the passing of Mr. McNair https://t.co/8KE0FhLa8N
— NFL345 (@NFL345) November 24, 2018
Statement by former President @GeorgeHWBush on the very sad news that his dear friend Bob McNair of the @HoustonTexans passed today. pic.twitter.com/kFm5aya18J
— Jim McGrath (@jgm41) November 24, 2018
Can’t thank you enough for giving a kid from Miami a chance to live out his dream of playing in the NFL. My deepest condolences goes out to the McNair family. #RIP #houstontexans https://t.co/ZZim0X5oRd
— andre johnson (@johnson80) November 24, 2018
This man changed the lives of so many people in this great city and around the country. Thank you for giving me an opportunity to fulfill my dreams and drafting me to play for this distinguished organization. Thank you Mr. McNair. Rest In Peace and God be with the McNair family. https://t.co/nKseQW61KI
— Christian Covington (@thetangibleC4) November 24, 2018
Rest In Peace Mr. McNair. Thank you for giving myself and so many others an opportunity here in Houston. My thoughts are with Janice, Cal and the entire McNair family.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) November 24, 2018
My prayers are with the McNair family right now! Thank you for the opportunity to represent your team.
— Tyrann Mathieu (@Mathieu_Era) November 24, 2018
I will forever be grateful to Mr. McNair for believing in me and caring about me as player and a person. It was an honor to know him and witness all that he did to give back to our community. My thoughts are with Mrs. McNair, Cal and the entire McNair family. pic.twitter.com/ZprOF5iLOi
— Brian Cushing (@briancushing56) November 24, 2018
Prayers to the McNair family 🙏🏾 Thank you for all that you do. @HoustonTexans
— kyle fuller (@Cudi_K) November 23, 2018
The Seahawks are deeply saddened by the loss of Texans owner Bob McNair. Our sympathies go out to the entire McNair family and the Houston Texans organization. https://t.co/CclOAt1F3O
— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) November 24, 2018
Our thoughts go out to the friends and family of Bob McNair and the entire Texans organization. pic.twitter.com/FRFT76DNcl
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) November 24, 2018
Our hearts are with the McNair family and the entire @HoustonTexans organization. https://t.co/3b0qJrgR7t
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) November 24, 2018
Texans owner Bob McNair passes away. Texas has lost one of its legendary giants. We are better for all he has done to advance our state. https://t.co/XmWxM4oTuS
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) November 24, 2018
Rest In peace Robert C. “Bob” McNair, businessman and philanthropist who brought an @NFL franchise to Houston and whose legacy will include the thrills the @HoustonTexans give us every season.
— Sylvester Turner (@SylvesterTurner) November 24, 2018
Our sincerest condolences to Janice and the McNair family on the passing of Houston Texans Founder and Senior Chairman Bob McNair. #Houston #Texans.
— Ken Paxton (@KenPaxtonTX) November 24, 2018
RIP Bob McNair. He was one of the good guys. #HOU https://t.co/t20iz9JyVH
— Justice Jeff Brown (@judgejeffbrown) November 23, 2018
Thank you, Mr. McNair. pic.twitter.com/LqoVqsj1Lz
— TORO 🐃 (@TexansTORO1) November 24, 2018
R.I.P Mr.Mcnair I wanna thank you and your family for giving me an opportunity to be apart of that great organization. I’ll never forget the 2nd time I came back to Houston and your smile was as big as mine! Thanks for everything! Major love and prayers to the Mcnair family 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/YsKb3dKU99
— Charles James II (@CJDeuce_) November 24, 2018
May my prayers be with the Mcnair family. I will forever be grateful to Mr. Bob Mcnair for giving me a chance to live my life long dream. A true legend
— Dj Reader (@Djread98) November 24, 2018
The Owls are very sad to report the death of Bob McNair. He played a gigantic role in the life of the Owls and the town of Forest City. He will be missed greatly.
— #HootyHoot (@ForestCityOwls) November 24, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the McNair family. Mr. McNair gave me the opportunity to live out my dream. He was always a kind and sincere man to everyone in the Texans community and beyond. Rest In Peace.
— T.J. Yates (@TJ_Yates) November 24, 2018