Trevor Lawrence’s 2024 season came to a devastating end after suffering a concussion during a violent hit by Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair. The incident occurred in the first half of a Week 13 matchup, when Lawrence, attempting to slide, was struck with Al-Shaair’s forearm. The brutal blow knocked Lawrence unconscious, leading to immediate concerns for his health as he lay motionless on the field for several minutes.
The hit, deemed unnecessary and late by many, led to a brawl between the teams. Al-Shaair was ejected from the game, and widespread calls for a suspension grew louder, particularly after it was revealed that this was not the linebacker’s first infraction. Given his previous fines, experts suggested that a lengthy suspension was warranted. Ultimately, the NFL handed down a suspension for Al-Shaair, with many feeling that this move sent a strong message about protecting players from dangerous, reckless hits.
In the aftermath, Lawrence shared an update on social media, reassuring fans that he was recovering at home. Despite his recovery, the Jaguars placed him on injured reserve, ending his season. The injury casts a shadow over what was an otherwise promising campaign for the young quarterback and leaves Jacksonville scrambling to find stability at the position for the remainder of the year.