Retired NFL Star Steve McNair Murdered By Gunshots In Nashville

Keeping up with the famous deaths of summer ‘09, it appears ex-NFL star Steve McNair is next on that fateful list–the 36-year-old was the victim of a brutal double-homicide in Nashville, assumed after police found him with another dead person, an, at this time, unidentified 20-year-old female. More details to follow as this story breaks with the latest below from ESPN at 5:21 EST:

McNair, 36, 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. The incident happened near 2nd South & Lea Ave in Nashville. McNair played 13 seasons in the NFL, 11 were with the Titans. He played his final two years with the Baltimore Ravens, retiring after the 2007 season.

“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.”