Texans’ Azeez al-Shaair fined for message on eyeblack

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez al-Shaair was fined $11,593 by the NFL for wearing eyeblack that read “Stop the genocide” during a playoff game, violating league uniform rules against personal messages. This follows his history of supporting Palestinian causes, including wearing “Free Palestine” cleats. Al-Shaair has previously expressed his views on the conflict, emphasizing the humanity of all involved. The Texans are set to face the New England Patriots next in their playoff run.