Azeez Al-Shaair becomes first Texans player named to NFL's top 100 list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 11:15 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been named the No. 92 player in the NFL's top 100 for 2026. Al-Shaair, who went undrafted from Florida Atlantic, has shown consistent performance since joining the Texans after stints with the San Francisco 49ers and Tennessee Titans. He received his first Pro Bowl selection following a standout season where he tallied 103 total tackles, contributing to the Texans' dominant defense. His recognition marks a significant achievement for Al-Shaair and the franchise as he looks to build on this honor. He recently signed a three-year contract extension with the Texans worth $54 million, securing his place through the 2029 season.
- •Azeez Al-Shaair ranked No. 92 in NFL's top 100 for 2026
- •First Texans player ever named to this list
- •Recorded 103 tackles and made the Pro Bowl in 2025
- •Signed a three-year, $54 million deal to stay with Texans
- •Al-Shaair provides leadership on a top-ranked defense
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair first Houston player named to NFL's top 100 list
"Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been the definition of "underrated" since going undrafted out of Florida Atlantic. Now, he's getting respected.
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