Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair was found shot to death earlier today. He was 36.
McNair suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the head in downtown Nashville, police spokesperson Don Aaron said. A female victim was also found dead. Aaron said the woman has not been identified, pending notification of next of kin.
McNair was perhaps the toughest quarterback in the NFL during his time in the league and you could make the case for him as one of the toughest of all-time.
“We are saddened and shocked to hear the news of Steve McNair’s passing today,” Titans owner K.S. “Bud” Adams Jr. said in a statement. “He was one of the finest players to play for our organization and one of the most beloved players by our fans. He played with unquestioned heart and leadership and led us to places that we had never reached, including our only Super Bowl. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family as they deal with his untimely passing.”
McNair was a three-time Pro Bowler and shared the NFL MVP award with Peyton Manning in 2003. Steve would have had a Super Bowl ring as a member of the Tennessee Titans had it not been for the infamous end to Super Bowl XXXIV.
McNair retired in 2006 as a member of the Baltimore Ravens.
RIP Steve.
