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Houston Texans News / EssentiallySports / August 23
'I’m Getting Attacked as a Human Being': Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair Blasts NFL’s Double Standard After Suspension
Irrespective of the things the Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair might go on to achieve in his career, he will forever be remembered for crashing into Jacksonville Jaguars starting QB Trevor Lawrence.
Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4
Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair immediately shuts down injury concerns after training camp scare
Training camp is underway for the Houston Texans as the team prepares for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Unfortunately, there were some injuries sustained during practice on Tuesday, as Azeez Al-Shaair was reportedly one of the players who got banged up on a play.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 3
AFC Notes: Trevor Lawrence, Arik Armstead, Azeez Al-Shaair, Jaguars, Texans
Heading into his second year in HC Liam Coen‘s offense, Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence feels significantly more confident in the system’s details and mental aspect. “Just having the system down, there’s so much more confidence when you step on the field that we know what we’re doing,” Lawrence said, via the team’s website.
The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the players to rush for at least five touchdowns in six or more seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in eight minutes?
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 7
Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair Breaks Down Awkward First Talk With DeMeco Ryans
DeMeco Ryans and Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair have built a notably strong bond with one another throughout their time together with the Houston Texans, and dating back to their partnership on the San Francisco 49ers' defense.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 6
AFC Notes: Azeez Al-Shaair, Brian Daboll, Keldric Faulk, Texans, Titans
The Texans signed LB Azeez Al-Shaair to a three-year, $54 million contract this offseason. Al-Shaair expressed his gratitude to the organization after ending his collegiate career with a torn ACL coming out of Florida Atlantic, while also having stints with the 49ers and Titans. “I’m truly, truly grateful,” Al-Shaair said, via Aaron Wilson.
Houston Texans News / Football Analysis / May 4
Texans’ Undrafted Backup Becomes NFL’s Third-Highest-Paid Linebacker
Nobody in the draft room called his name. Not in the first round. Not in the seventh. Azeez Al-Shaair walked into the NFL in 2019 without a team believing he was worth a single pick.
Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / May 1
Texans officially sign LB Azeez Al-Shaair to extension
The Houston Texans announced a three-year contract extension with Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair on Friday. Terms were not disclosed but multiple reports put the total value at $54 million.
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 30
Azeez Al-Shaair's Texans Extension Puts Him Among Elite-Paid LBs
The Houston Texans' newest extension for Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair places him in an elite category of players at his position—to the point where Al-Shaair now ranks among the three highest-paid linebackers in the league.
Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / April 29
Report: Texans, LB Azeez Al-Shaair reach 3-year extension
Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with the Houston Texans, NFL Network reported on Wednesday. Financial terms were not disclosed for Al-Shaair, who became the second key defensive player to sign an extension with the team this month.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 29
Cowboys Inquired About Trading For Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair
Mike Garafolo and Todd Archer mentioned the Cowboys had looked into a trade for Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair to fill a glaring hole in their defense. However, Dallas ended up trading for 49ers LB Dee Winters during the draft, sending a fifth-round pick.
Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / April 29
Texans, LB Azeez Al-Shaair Agree To 3-Year Extension
The Texans are signing linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair to a three-year extension, per Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, keeping the leader of Houston’s defense under contract through the 2029 season.
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / March 23
Texans Could Trade Three Players Not Named Azeez Al-Shaair
In recent days, the Houston Texans have found themselves facing a few lingering trade rumors revolving around their Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, entering the final year of his existing contract rolling into 2026 without an extension, leading to speculation of whether the veteran defender remains a piece of this unit for the future.
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / March 21
Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair Had Strong Message on His Physical Play
Pretty much everywhere you look on the Houston Texans defensive unit, you'll find a bona fide tone setter who gets the job done in all areas around the field; whether you look upfront in the trenches, or within their elite unit in the secondary.
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / March 20
Texans, Cowboys Tied to Azeez Al-Shaair Trade Buzz
It looks like the Dallas Cowboys could have their eye on one star on the Houston Texans' defense as a potential name to acquire via trade. That's none
Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 18
Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair reacts to huge fine for eye black vs. Steelers
The Houston Texans’ season ended in disappointment on Sunday night, but for linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, the emotions ran deeper than the final score. As
Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 4
Texans get positive Woody Marks, Azeez Al-Shaair updates for Chiefs game
The Houston Texans are set to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in what will be a pivotal Week 14 matchup. Leading up to the contest, though, the team is dealing with a multitude of injuries.
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / November 21
Azeez Al-Shaair shares bold claim about Texans after 'TNF' win over Bills
Following the Texans' victory over the Bills on Thursday, linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair shared a bold claim about Houston's defense.
Houston Texans News / Toro Times / October 29
Defensive Spotlight: Azeez Al-Shaair is a throwback to a bygone era
It may seem like it's been ages since the National Football League actively celebrated the sort of player that Azeez Al-Shaair has become known to be, but in reality, it's only been a little over a decade or so that the NFL has been shunning and disciplining the players cut from that specific cloth.
Houston Texans News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair could be suspended for his latest cheap shot
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair was penalized yet again for unnecessary roughness on Monday night, and he is now facing another potential suspension because of his history.
Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 7, 2025
Texans Restructure Contract Of LB Azeez Al-Shaair
According to Tom Pelissero, the Texans restructured LB Azeez Al-Shaair’s contract to free up $6.26 million in cap space. He was set to have a $9 million base salary for 2025 and carry a cap figure of $11.52 million. Al-Shaair, 27, originally signed on with the 49ers as an undrafted free agent out of Florida Atlantic back in 2019.
Houston Texans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30, 2024
Azeez Al-Shaair makes interesting revelation about his three-game suspension
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair spoke out Monday following his three-game suspension for his hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13, 2024
Azeez Al-Shaair’s suspension costs him more money than originally thought
Azeez Al-Shaair‘s hit on Trevor Lawrence may cost him a lot more than the three-game checks he won’t receive while suspended.
Houston Texans News / Toro Times / December 8, 2024
Jaguars defender shows support for Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair
Despite playing in a game outside the spotlight in Week 13, the Houston Texans were the center of attention in the NFL. Unfortunately, it wasn't for a good reason.
Houston Texans News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7, 2024
Report: NFL considered harsher punishment for Azeez Al-Shaair
Azeez Al-Shaair received a three-game suspension for his hit on Trevor Lawrence.
Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / December 5, 2024
NFL denies Azeez Al-Shaair's appeal of suspension
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair will serve a three-game suspension after his appeal of the punishment was denied by the NFL on Wednesday. Al-Shaair was sanctioned for his hit on a sliding Trevor Lawerence on Sunday, a blow to the head that left the Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback with a concussion.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 5, 2024
Azeez Al-Shaair has defiant social media post after suspension is upheld
Azeez Al-Shaair appears to be done apologizing for the hit that injured Trevor Lawrence.
Houston Texans News / Toro Times / December 4, 2024
NFL insider says Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair is appealing three-game suspension
A brutal hit on Sunday sent Azeez Al-Shaair to the locker room with the Houston Texans linebacker being ejected from the game in the second quarter. The man he hit, Trevor Lawrence, was unable to continue as the Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback had to be helped off the field.
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