Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair recently spoke out about his emotional journey following a three-game suspension for a hit on Jacksonville's Trevor Lawrence that resulted in a concussion. Al-Shaair revealed that he was in a 'really dark place' and questioned his future in football during his absence.
He described feeling deeply troubled and uncertain about his ability to return to the game before meeting with NFL officials, including Commissioner Roger Goodell. Al-Shaair expressed his struggle with self-doubt and the impact of the suspension on his mental state.
