Azeez Al-Shaair of the Houston Texans issued a heartfelt apology on social media after a controversial hit injured Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence during their recent game. Al-Shaair's illegal hit occurred as Lawrence slid to the ground, leading to a concussion that sidelined him.

The incident sparked outrage, prompting Al-Shaair to express regret for the situation, emphasizing he never intended to harm any player. Jaguars coach Doug Pederson also condemned the play, highlighting that such actions are not representative of their coaching philosophies.