Reaction to McNair's Death

Former Titans Running Back Eddie George (on ESPN Saturday):

"Im still in a state of shock. It was about two oclock in the afternoon and I was driving in from Atlanta and initially when you hear stories like this, especially not from a reliable source, but okay it is rumors and its nothing. As I kept getting phone calls, I got a phone call from a reliable source and it was confirmed that he was shot and killed, again I was still in disbelief and shocked by it all. In this situation, you cant help but go back to the great times we shared together on the field and off the field, brining this team to Nashville and the whole transition and watching him mature into a great player after being scrutinized early in his career by the media and everyone else. To see what he has been able to accomplish in his lifetime and just knowing Steve, he was a great father to his sons and his children and just a pillar in the community. It is shocking and it is a great loss and I just feel for his wife and his sons because they lost a father and I know this morning on fourth of July that they were expecting to see their father come home and barbeque and be him. We are here supporting his family at Steves house. From the Titans and everyone else we lost a great human being that brought so much joy to us. He was a great friend. Initially it is tough, but we will see this through."

Former Titan Tight End Frank Wycheck:

"Obviously shock and the tragic set of circumstances. I always described Steve as indestructible and for me this is just a surreal kind of moment. I am very sad for Steves family and this is a time for reflection and to appreciate who Steve was. It is really just a kick in the gut to everybody."

Titan's Owner Bud Adams called McNair:

"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."