Houston Texans star Azeez Al-Shaair is set to plead his case before the NFL on Wednesday, according to a report.
Al-Shaair sparked major controversy in the Texans’ 23-20 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars after flying into Lawrence with his elbow first, despite the rival quarterback sliding to give himself up on the play.
The linebacker was hit with a three-game suspension – without pay – from the league Tuesday but will appeal the punishment in a hearing today, Josina Anderson reported.
More to follow.