Texans could miss linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair against Cowboys in Week 4

The Houston Texans may be without their leading tackler, Azeez Al-Shaair, when they host the Dallas Cowboys in Week 4 of the NFL season. Al-Shaair is dealing with a groin injury that has raised concerns about his availability, as he did not practice for the Texans on Wednesday. The middle linebacker is crucial for the team's defense, previously playing 76% of snaps in a narrow loss to the Colts, where he recorded 11 tackles. If Al-Shaair cannot play, Jake Hansen is expected to take over the defensive signal-calling duties. The Texans, currently winless at 0-3, are looking to turn their season around against the Cowboys this Sunday.

• 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys' Week 4 opponent could be without defensive playcaller, leading tackler