Former NFL Quarterback McNair killed in Tennessee

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TheRealAix
July 04, 2009

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP)—Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair(notes) and a woman were found shot to death Saturday afternoon inside a condominium in downtown Nashville, police said.

Police spokesman Don Aaron said authorities were still investigating the shootings and that no suspects were in custody.

I dont have any answers for you now as to whats happened, whos responsible, Aaron said.

Aaron said the 36-year-old McNair died of a gunshot wound to the head. He said police tentatively identified the woman, but did not release her name.

There are persons who were around the complex today, visitors, who have been taken to headquarters for questioning, just to see what they know, what they may have seen, he said.

Aaron said officers went to the scene after receiving a call about injured persons inside the condo.
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When police officers arrived in response to that call, they found two individuals who had been shot to death inside the residence, he said.

The condominium is one that McNair was known to frequent, but police spokeswoman Kristin Mumford said she didnt know if he was the owner.

McNair played 13 seasons in the NFL and led the Titans within a yard of forcing overtime in the 2000 Super Bowl, which they lost 23-16 to the St. Louis Rams. He also played for the Baltimore Ravens before retiring in April 2008.

We dont know the details, but it is a terrible tragedy and our hearts go out to the families involved, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement.

We are saddened and shocked to hear the news of Steve McNairs passing today, Titans owner Bud Adams 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.

About 50 people crowded just beyond police tape outside the complex in the upscale Rutledge Hill neighborhood, some wearing Titans hats. The condominium is located within walking distance of an area filled with restaurants and nightspots, a few blocks from the Cumberland River and within view of the Titans stadium.

McNair began his career in 1995 with the Houston Oilers, who eventually became the Titans, and finished with 31,304 yards passing and 174 touchdowns. McNair played with pain for several years, and the injuries ultimately forced him to retire.

McNairs most noted drive was the final one of the 2000 Super Bowl. He drove the Titans 87 yards in the final minute, 48 seconds, only to come up a yard short of the tying touchdown. Kevin Dyson caught his 9-yard pass, but was tackled at the 1-yard line by the Rams Mike Jones(notes).

McNair accounted for all of Tennessees yards in that drive, throwing for 48 yards and rushing for 14. The rest of the yardage came on penalties against the Rams. Before that, he brought the Titans back from a 16-0 deficit to tie the game.

The people who didnt know Steve McNair before will know him now, Tennessee tight end Frank Wycheck said after the game. Did you see that desire? Did you see that heart?

During a five-game stretch at the end of the 2002 season, McNair was so bruised he couldnt practice. But he started all five games and won them, leading the Titans to an 11-5 finish and a berth in the AFC championship game for the second time in four seasons.
A crowd gathers outside the condominium where Steve McNair(notes) and a woman were found shot to death earlier in the day Saturday, July 4, 2009. Nashville police spokesman Don Aaron confirmed that police were called to the residence and found McNair and a woman shot to death inside. Aaron said authorities don't yet know the circumstances of the shooting and could not say whether McNair was the owner of the residence.
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McNair played all 16 games in 2006, his first season in Baltimore, and guided the Ravens to a 13-3 record. But he injured his groin during the season opener last season and never regained the form that enabled him to earn a berth in four Pro Bowls.

I am deeply saddened to learn of todays tragic news regarding the death of Steve McNair. He was a player who I admired a great deal, said New England Patriots senior football adviser Floyd Reese, who was GM of the Titans when McNair played there. He was a tremendous leader and an absolute warrior. He felt like it was his responsibility to lead by working hard every day, no matter what.

I dont think there was a player who played with him or against him that didnt look up to him and respect him, Reese said. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family, his friends and the many teammates who loved and admired him.

Titans coach Jeff Fisher was out of the country, taking part in the first NFL-USO coaches tour to Iraq.

AP Sports Writer Teresa Walker and Associated Press Writer Randall Paul Dickerso

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I saw Mcnair play at the Liberty Bowl in Memphis in 1997. He won the game that day against the Bengals. Great Sunday afternoon. Rest in Peace Air Mcnair, you will always be remembered!

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Steve Mcnair? simply put the first team i started watchin on a regular basis and that replay from the super bowl when they made that drive and came up just short keeps me on the edge of my seat till this day
RIP Steve McNair

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1 NFL black QB comes to my mind is Doug Williams..... SB XXII MVP.
This is Total Tragic for Steve McNair.... I remember him in 2003 when he played on 2 bad legs.... winning the MVP w/ peyton manning. one of the TOUGHEST nfl players I've ever watched!!!
RIP Steve McNair... when TN and Balt comes to Foxboro to play the PATRIOTS Steve will be thought of.

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Did martin bashir killed michael jackson? R.I.P MJ.

Jabbaro123 (4 months ago) Show Hide

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Another life lost at such a young age man this world is getting crazy.

viewerscut (4 months ago) Show Hide

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Yeah the hate is really getting unreal!
I can't believe this 20 year old girl did the
shooting.

Jabbaro123 (4 months ago) Show Hide

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Yeah it's sad but to be real with you what did she expect she was just a jumpoff.

kingdingaling34 (4 months ago) Show Hide

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lay off the liquor. i think u need to find some friends

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Saturday, I was at my uncles friends house. They are friends with Mike Jones, a former Tennessee TItans football player. He had invited Steve McNair to come to the party. I got to meet Mike Jones and I would have gotten to meet Steve if this tragedy didnt happen.

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very nice vid. thank you

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