Azeez Al-Shaair - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Undergoes thumb surgery Al-Shaair had thumb surgery Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Wilson deemed the surgery "successful" and indicated that Al-Shaair is expected to have a full recovery. It remains to be seen if the surgery will impact Al-Shaair's availability for OTAs. The veteran linebacker recorded 103 tackles and a career-high nine defensed passes (including two interceptions) over 16 regular-season games in 2025.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

What's Next: How Should Texans Approach C.J. Stroud’s Future After Playoff Flameout?

Texans QB C.J. Stroud becomes extension-eligible this offseason. Here's how Houston should approach his contract situation.

JANUARY 20 • FOX SPORTS

What's Next: How Should Texans Approach C.J. Stroud’s Future After Playoff Flameout?

Texans' playoff heartbreak continues with another divisional round loss

In their third straight season in the divisional round of the playoffs, coach DeMeco Ryans and the Houston Texans vowed this year would be different than the previous two

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Maye throws 3 TD passes, Stroud has 4 INTs as Patriots top Texans 28-16 to advance to AFC title game

Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes, Marcus Jones returned one of C

JANUARY 18 • Associated Press

Report: Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair fined for 'Stop the Genocide' message Texans' linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been fined nearly $12,000 for having a message in his eye black during wild-card weekend, ESPN report...

JANUARY 18 • USATODAY.COM

Deadspin | Report: Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair fined for eye-black message Deadspin | Report: Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair fined for eye-black message

JANUARY 18 • DEADSPIN.COM

NFL Announces No Fine For Azeez Al-Shaair For Displaying Anti-Israel Slogan During Wildcard Weekend Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair avoids NFL fine for anti-Israel eyeblack message while San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa...

JANUARY 17 • OUTKICK.COM

Houston Texans' Anderson and Al-Shaair built faith-based bond despite practicing different religions

Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair were brought together by football, but it's a relationship forged by faith

JANUARY 11 • Associated Press

Leading tackler in 2025 Al-Shaair recorded 103 tackles (48 solo), nine passes defensed (two interceptions), one forced fumble and one recovery over 16 games in 2025.

Impact Al-Shaair was again the leader of Houston's defense, which was one of the best in the NFL in 2025. He led the team in tackles and earned the highest grades in run defense, coverage and overall performance from Pro Football Focus. The 28-year-old is locked in for one more season and will return as Houston's signal caller in 2026.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Week 18 Al-Shaair (knee) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Colts.

Impact Al-Shaair was able to shake off an injury tag for Week 18 after logging a full practice Friday. The veteran linebacker has accumulated 102 combined tackles through 15 regular-season games and will continue to anchor a Texans defense that has been one of the best units in the NFL this season.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Thursday Al-Shaair (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The veteran linebacker was held out of Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury but was able to return in a limited capacity Thursday. Al-Shaair would likely avoid an injury designation for Sudnay's regular-season finale against the Colts if he were to log a full practice Friday.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Al-Shaair (knee) did not practice Wednesday.

Impact Al-Shaair may have tweaked his knee during the Texans' 20-16 win over the Chargers in Week 17, when he logged six tackles (two solo) and an interception. The veteran linebacker will have two more chances to return to practice and avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's regular-season finale against the Colts. Al-Shaair has logged 102 combined tackles through 15 regular-season games, marking the third time in his seven-year NFL career that he has cracked the tackling century mark.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

2025 NFL Defensive Tiers Week 18: Texans in Top Form; Giants Finishing Strong

Houston's defense reigns supreme while the Giants have stepped up late. Here's our ranking of all 32 NFL units heading into Week 18.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

2025 NFL Defensive Tiers Week 18: Texans in Top Form; Giants Finishing Strong

Texans defy odds to reach playoffs after 0-3 start, extend winning streak to eight games

The Houston Texans became the fifth team since 1990 to reach the playoffs after opening the season 0-3 and the first team to do it twice with their win over the Los Angeles Charger...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Thwarts red-zone drive Al-Shaair had six tackles and an interception in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers in Week 17.

Impact Al-Shaair, who returned to action after a one-week absence due to an ankle injury, made momentum-shifting play late in the second quarter. With the Texans leading, 14-3, and Los Angeles threatening inside the red zone, he picked off a deflected Justin Herbert pass at the 1-yard line. It was the second interception in Al-Shaair's last three games.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Texans clinch third consecutive playoff berth with 20-16 win over Chargers

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Azeez Al-Shaair injury update: Latest news on Texans LB's status in Week 17 game | Sporting News Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair is dealing with an injury in the first half of the Week 17 game against the Los Angeles chargers.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ready to play Saturday Al-Shaair (ankle) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's game against the Chargers.

Impact Al-Shaair began Week 17 with back-to-back limited practices before upgrading to full reps Thursday. After having been unavailable Week 16 versus the Raiders, he now stands to return to his usual every-down role at middle linebacker during Sunday's road game against Los Angeles.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to begin Week 17 prep Al-Shaair (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Tuesday.

Impact Al-Shaair missed his first game of the season Sunday against the Raiders due to an ankle injury. He logged only one practice -- a limited session Thursday -- last week, so his ability to participate (albeit in a limited capacity) to begin this week is a positive sign. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, Al-Shaair is expected to suit up Saturday against the Chargers.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DeMeco Ryans makes franchise history with Texans' third 10-win season

Houston’s DeMeco Ryans became the first coach in franchise history to win at least 10 games in three consecutive seasons with the Texans' 23-21 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Su...

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Not playing Sunday Al-Shaair (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup versus the Raiders.

Impact Al-Shaair will miss his first game of the season due to an ankle injury he sustained earlier in the week. In his absence, Christian Harris is expected to start at middle linebacker against Las Vegas.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Looking likely to play Week 16 Al-Shaair (ankle/knee), who is officially questionable for Sunday's game against Las Vegas, is trending toward playing, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Al-Shaair is likely to be a game-time decision, per Wilson, but the current expectation is that he'll be able to suit up. The veteran linebacker managed just a DNP/LP/DNP practice progression this week, so chances are he'll be less than 100 percent even if he does get clearance to play. Al-Shaair hasn't missed a game this season and has logged every Texans defensive snap in 10 of the team's 14 contests to date.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with ankle injury Al-Shaair (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Raiders.

Impact Al-Shaair was once again unable to practice Friday after notching his only practice session of the week Thursday in limited capacity. With the 28-year-old's practice availability in practice trending in the wrong direction, his status for Sunday is uncertain. If Al-Shaair is unable to play, E.J. Speed could see more reps at linebacker behind Henry To'oTo'o.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets in limited practice Al-Shaair (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Al-Shaair missed Wednesday's practice entirely, but he's beginning to trend in the right direction for Week 16. The starting linebacker generally handles an every-down role on defense for Houston. He'll have one more chance to prove he can handle full practice reps Friday.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Texans look to extend winning streak to 7 games in matchup with Raiders, losers of 8 straight

Houston's top-ranked defense will face the NFL's worst offense Sunday when the Texans host the Las Vegas Raiders

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

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