Azeez Al-Shaair set to appeal NFL punishment in remote hearing today after vicious hit on Trevor Lawrence

Azeez Al-Shaair set to appeal NFL punishment in remote hearing today after vicious hit on Trevor Lawrence

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.  

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