Monthly Archives: December 2024

Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair suspended three games by NFL for hit on Trevor Lawrence; DeMeco Ryans defends LB

The NFL has announced a three-game suspension for Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair for repeated violations of rules intended to protect the health and safety of players and promote sportsmanship. Al-Shaair was ejected from Sunday’s win over the Jacksonville Jaguars for his hit on Trevor Lawrence. Al-Shaair laid a vicious hit on Lawrence midway through the second quarter of the …

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LSU football loses four-star cornerback on eve of early signing period

BATON ROUGE — On the eve of the opening of the early signing period, LSU football has lost one of its top commitments in the 2025 recruiting class. Four-star cornerback Kade Phillips has decommitted from LSU and committed to Texas Tuesday morning. Phillips initially committed to Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns back in the summer but Brian Kelly, LSU corners …

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SMU head coach speaks highly of Clemson, loves what he’s seen from Cade Klubnik

Nov 23, 2024; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Southern Methodist Mustangs head coach Rhett Lashlee (center) huddles with players during a stoppage in play in the first half against the Virginia Cavaliers at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee showed respect for Clemson football going into Saturday’s ACC Championship Game in Charlotte, talking about the challenges …

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2025 NFL Draft order: What should Bears do if they land the No. 1 pick?

Henry McKenna NFL Reporter On Sunday, Jaguars fans saw quarterback Trevor Lawrence sustain a vicious hit as he was sliding, landing him in concussion protocol and throwing his availability for the rest of the season in question.  They have reason for optimism, though, as their team is still positioned to set the tone for the upcoming draft.  With Sunday’s loss …

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Report: Azeez Al-Shaair to appeal three-game suspension

Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair will appeal his three-game suspension, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The NFL announced Al-Shaair’s suspension on Tuesday morning. The league noted that Al-Shaair was suspended for repeated violations of health and safety rules. Al-Shaair’s appeal will be heard by either Derrick Brooks, Ramon Foster, Kevin Mawae, or Jordy Nelson — the appeal officers jointly appointed by …

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Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair suspended 3 games for hit on Trevor Lawrence

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair was suspended by the NFL without pay for three games Tuesday for repeated violations of player safety rules following his hit to the head of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence, which led to a concussion. Al-Shaair’s punishment was announced by NFL vice president of football operations Jon Runyan. In his letter to Al-Shaair, Runyan noted …

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