Al-Shaair Suspended for Hit on Lawrence

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been suspended for three games for a controversial hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence, which resulted in a concussion for Lawrence. The NFL's decision, announced by vice president Jon Runyan, cited Al-Shaair's repeated violations of player safety rules as a factor in the suspension. The incident occurred during a scramble when Lawrence slid, and Al-Shaair struck him in the head and neck area, igniting a brawl between the teams. Al-Shaair apologized for the hit, claiming he did not intend to cause harm, and plans to appeal the suspension. Some, including Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans, suggest that Lawrence's late slide contributed to the incident, while the league continues to review the play. The suspension has sparked a mix of public support and criticism over Al-Shaair's actions.