The NFL-based team, based in the Texas, has pledged a $1.5 million donation to help flood relief

NFL, The Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans have pledged to collectively donate $1.5 million to flood-affected communities in central Texas as the death toll reached nearly 70 on Sunday.

The NFL announced its donation before Texas officials shared the latest updates that “unconfirmed reports of another water wall” were formed and encouraged more evacuation.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is taking part in the NFL International Series game between the Chicago Bears and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)

“Two Texas-based teams in the National Football League – Dallas Cowboys Houston Texans – We are united with the NFL Foundation to support families and survivors of the heartbreaking flood victims of central Texas,” the league’s statement read.

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“Together they will donate $1.5 million to provide both immediate support and long-term resources to those affected by the devastating flood.”

Texan It first announced plans to donate $500,000 on Saturday. Adding donations will provide support and resources to communities “impacted by catastrophic floods.”

The Houston Texans helmet will be seen on the turf before a game against the Tennessee Titans at NRG Stadium on November 24, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Tim Warner/Getty Images)

“We are heartbroken by the losses and damages our Texas Hill Country neighbours have endured. We are particularly devastated to hearing about our still missing children and hope that they will soon be reunited with their families.”

His wife, a high school soccer coach, has been identified as deaths rising after the Texas flood. Two children remain missing

“Our minds will remain with all affected individuals and, in addition to donations, we will continue to support our search, rescue and recovery efforts in the coming weeks.”

On Sunday, the Cowboys announced it was coincident with the donation.

“Our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastation and loss of life caused by floods in Kerr County and Texas Hill Country, especially in the young girls and their families.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones took to the match against Washington manager on January 5, 2025 at AT&T Stadium. (Kevin Jairaj/Imagn Images)

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Carr County officials said more than 12 campers had been confirmed to have died as of Sunday afternoon. One counselor and 11 campers remained immeasurable while the death toll in central Texas rose to nearly 70 on Sunday.

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