Texans outside linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been suspended three games for his illegal hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence. The league's decision to give Al-Shaair three games was impacted by the brawl that ensued after the hit.

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair was handed a three-game suspension without pay by the NFL on Tuesday for a late hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence during Sunday’s game.

The Texans are at Jacksonville in a game they need to win to get back on track down the stretch ahead of playoffs.