NFL suspends Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair 3 games for hit that concussed Trevor Lawrence, sparked brawl with Jaguars

The NFL has issued discipline for Azeez Al-Shaair’s that concussed Trevor Lawrence. (Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

The NFL has suspended Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair three games for the hit that concussed Trevor Lawrence in Houston’s 23-20 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero shared a snippet of the letter NFL VP of football operations Jon Runyan sent to Al-Shaair regarding his suspension.

“Your lack of sportsmanship and respect for the game of football and all those who play, coach, and enjoy watching it, is troubling and does not reflect the core values of the NFL.”

The hit knocked Lawrence out of the game and sparked a brawl that preceded two ejections, including Al-Shaair’s. Jaguars cornerback Jarrian Jones was also ejected for his role in the ensuing melee.

The incident took place in the second quarter as Houston held a 6-0 lead. Lawrence scrambled on second-and-7 and slid near the line of gain. As Lawrence slid, Al-Shaair dove headfirst and made contact with Lawrence’s head.

Azeez Al-Shaair laid a really late hit on Trevor Lawrence. The Jaguars immediately responded by pouncing on the Texans players involved. Big fight broke out. pic.twitter.com/oLeI4OHQvU

— Arye Pulli (@AryePulli) December 1, 2024

Officials’ immediately flagged Al-Shaair for the hit. Jaguars tight end Evan Engram then knocked Al-Shaair to the turf in defense of Lawrence as Al-Shaair protested the penalty. A brawl ensued and spilled over onto the Jaguars’ sideline.

“You’ll see this in slow motion and Azeez Al-Shaair does everything you’re trying to prevent in this situation,” Daryl Johnston. pic.twitter.com/YJhrCVEWjS

— The Comeback NFL (@TheComebackNFL) December 1, 2024

Al-Shaair and two of his teammates were surrounded by Jaguars players on the sideline before officials eventually subdued the fight. Lawrence remained lying on the field as the fight carried on. He eventually stood up before leaving the field on a cart.

A second skirmish started when…

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Publish date : 2024-12-03 14:03:00

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