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

Full practice Thursday Al-Shaair (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The veteran linebacker is fine for Sunday's game against the winless Chargers. Al-Shaair has recorded 58 tackles (22 solo) and a pair of pass breakups across six starts this season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin injury Al-Shaair (groin) was a limited participant at the Texans' practice Wednesday.

Impact Al-Shaair appears to be dealing with a groin injury coming out of Houston's bye week in Week 8. The linebacker's ability to practice in any capacity would suggest it's a minor issue, but he will have two more chances to practice in full and prove his health before Sunday's matchup with the Chargers.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tallies nine tackles Sunday Al-Shaair recorded nine tackles (two solo) in a Week 7 overtime loss to the Giants on Sunday.

Impact Al-Shaair battled a knee injury during Week 7 prep but seemed to be fine Sunday, as he played every one of Houston's defensive snaps. The veteran linebacker has been a consistent producer this season, logging at least seven stops in each of the six contests in which he's played. Al-Shaair posted 103 tackles over 16 regular-season games last year, and he's on pace to easily surpass that mark with 58 stops through six contests this season.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

The Texans struggle defensively again in 27-21 overtime loss to Giants

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OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Questionable with knee issue Al-Shaair (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Al-Shaair remains questionable despite upgrading to a full participant in Friday's practice. The middle linebacker managed to upgrade his practice participation in each Week 7 prep session, meaning it is almost certain that the Texans' defensive signal caller will suit up for Sunday's game.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to limited practice Al-Shaair was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Impact This is good news for Al-Shaair after he was a non-participant in practice Wednesday. The veteran linebacker may, however, need to log a full practice session Friday to avoid a designation entering the weekend. Al-Shaair has once again been a central component of the Texans' defense this season, logging double-digit tackles in three of his five contests so far.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

DNP with knee injury Al-Shaair (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Al-Shaair briefly exited the Texans' Week 6 win over the Jaguars in London, but the hiatus was to be evaluated for a concussion. There was no indication during the game, but the linebacker likely sustained the knee injury in the London victory. It remains to be seen if Wednesday's absence was partially vet rest or if the defensive signal caller is dealing with a more serious issue that could keep him out of the Week 7 game against the Giants.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Fairbairn's last-second 49-yard FG gives Texans 34-31 win over Jaguars at Wembley Stadium

Ka’imi Fairbairn kicked a 49-yard field goal as time expired, C

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Cleared to return vs. Jacksonville Al-Shaair has cleared concussion protocol and will be available for the second half of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Al-Shaair was being evaluated by medical staff for a possible concussion in the second quarter. The veteran linebacker has passed all the benchmarks and will be back on the field for the second half of Sunday's contest in London.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Possible concussion Al-Shaair is being evaluated for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Al-Shaair was shaken up during Bhayshul Tuten's 27-yard touchdown catch midway through the second quarter. Wade Woodaz and Jamal Hill are both in line for more defensive snaps for as long as Al-Shaair is sidelined.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Fades injury tag for Week 5 Al-Shaair (groin) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Al-Shaair ended Week 5 prep with a full practice Friday, which was enough for him to avoid an injury tag and return from a one-game absence due to a groin injury. He'll return to a starting role next to fellow linebackers Jake Hansen and Aiden Fisher, with Wade Woodaz and Jamal Hill providing depth at the position.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Texans-Titans Week 5 Injury Report: Updates on Tank Dell, Azeez Al-Shaair The Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans have released their Week 5 injury report after a third and final practice.

OCTOBER 9 • SI.COM

Limited participant Wednesday Al-Shaair (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Al-Shaair logged just one limited practice during Week 4 prep in Thursday's session. The middle linebacker's limited presence in the first prep session of Week 5 is a good sign. If the 29-year-old can build Wednesday's start into Thursday and Friday practice sessions, he may be able to dodge any injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Ruled out versus Dallas Al-Shaair (groin) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Dallas.

Impact Al-Shaair suffered a groin injury in the 19-17 loss to the Colts in Week 3. Head coach DeMeco Ryans stated Wednesday that the 29-year-old is considered "week-to-week," meaning his absence could extend beyond Sunday's intrastate meeting with the Cowboys. As a result, Wade Woodaz (ankle/thumb), who logged a career-high 17 snaps versus Indianapolis, could continue to be more involved.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Slams Fine on Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair for Controversial Colts Hit The Houston Texans star linebacker got hit with another fine after the events of Week 3.

OCTOBER 1 • SI.COM

Considered week-to-week Coach DeMeco Ryans said Wednesday that Al-Shaair is "week-to-week" with the groin injury he suffered during Sunday's game at Indianapolis, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chro...

Impact Al-Shaair was able to return to action in Week 3 after checking out of the game with the groin injury, but his outlook for Week 4 is now up in the air. He'll probably have to practice in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Texans stumble to 0-3 again after a loss to the previously winless Colts

SEPTEMBER 28 • Associated Press

Colts end 9-game skid with 19-17 victory over Texans as Shrader kicks winner with 16 seconds left

Spencer Shrader made four field goals including a 43-yarder with 16 seconds to go, Keenan Allen caught his first touchdown pass with Indianapolis and the Colts’ beleaguered defense...

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Returns to Sunday's game Al-Shaair (groin) has returned to Sunday's game against the Colts, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Al-Shaair briefly left the game due to a groin injury. The veteran linebacker has been cleared to return after being evaluated by medical staff, and Wade Woodaz is on standby in case Al-Shaair needs to leave the game again.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game due to groin injury Al-Shaair (groin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Colts, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Al-Shaair is being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. Wade Woodaz will see a bump in playing time on defense for as long as Al-Shaair is out of the game.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Secures 12 tackles in loss Al-Shaair recorded 12 total tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 20-6 loss to the Bengals.

Impact Al-Shaair was on the field for every defensive snap for the second straight week, leading the team in takedowns against Cincinnati. The linebacker has now registered 20 total tackles (11 solo) over the first two contests of the year.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Texans stumble to 0-2 again after loss to the Bengals and seek to avoid another 0-3 start

The Houston Texans are once again winless through the first two weeks after Sunday’s loss to the Cincinnati Bengals

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Eight tackles in home loss Al-Shaair made eight tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 36-31 loss to the Bills.

Impact The starting middle linebacker and signal caller played all 56 of the Texans' defensive snaps in Sunday's contest. Al-Shaair was unable to get his hands on any passes or assist in bringing down Josh Allen in the game as the team gave up its highest point total since Dec. 24, 2023, against the Browns (36-22).

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press

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