NFL Controversy: QB Safety Rules and Suspensions Under Scrutiny

The NFL has upheld a three-game suspension for Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair following his illegal hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence, which resulted in Lawrence's concussion. The decision was made after an appeal heard by NFL appeals officer Ramon Foster. The league cited Al-Shaair's repeated violations of player safety rules. Texans coach DeMeco Ryans and GM Nick Caserio defended Al-Shaair, criticizing the NFL's consistency in disciplinary actions and defending his character against accusations of being a dirty player.