Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair Suspended Three Games for Late Hit on QB Trevor Lawrence

“During a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on December 1st, with 4:20 left in the second quarter, you engaged in a play that the league considers unacceptable and a serious violation of the Rules of Play,” the NFL said. Chairman John Runyan wrote: About football management. “Video shows you hit Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence in the head/neck area after he fell down on an apparent feet-first slide…You led with your forearm and helmet. and delivered a powerful blow to the opponent's head/neck area. You had time and space to avoid such contact.”

“After the illegal blow, you continued to scuffle and the scuffle escalated when you dragged your opponent to the ground by his face mask. After the referee gave you a disqualification for the blow and unsportsmanlike conduct, you Runyon added, “He took off his helmet and re-engaged his opponent while walking down the field, which led to another physical confrontation near the end zone.”

“Your lack of sportsmanship and respect for the game of football and all those who play, coach, and watch it is problematic and does not reflect the core values ​​of the NFL. “Your continued disregard for the NFL's rules of play puts health and safety at risk, putting both you and your opponents at risk and will not be tolerated,” the letter concluded. .