Tom Brady Comments on Trevor Lawrence Injury

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been suspended for three games following a hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence, who suffered a concussion during the play. Tom Brady expressed mixed emotions about the incident, stating that while the hit was unfortunate, quarterbacks need to protect themselves better, especially when sliding late. Brady suggested that the NFL should consider penalizing quarterbacks for late slides to balance the responsibility between offense and defense. Notably, both Brady and Aaron Rodgers acknowledged the challenges defenders face in today's game, emphasizing the need for quarterbacks to be mindful of their actions while running. The incident sparked a brawl between the Jaguars and Texans, highlighting the heated atmosphere surrounding such plays. Critics argue that while the league has adjusted rules to protect quarterbacks, unnecessary roughness should not be tolerated regardless of the circumstances.