Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair ruled out against Cowboys
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair will miss the Week 4 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys due to injury. Al-Shaair, who has been a key player for the Texans this season, leads the team in tackles with 31. Head coach Matt Burke emphasized the need for other players to step up in his absence. The Texans look to avoid starting the season 0-4 for the first time since 2020.
- •Azeez Al-Shaair leads Texans with 31 tackles this season.
- •Matt Burke mentions the need for a 'next man up' mentality.
- •Jake Hansen is questionable; rookie Wade Woodaz returns from injury.
- •Texans seeking to avoid 0-4 start for the first time since 2020.
- •Nico Collins returns from injury for the matchup.
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Texans DC Matt Burke reacts to LB Azeez Al-Shaair being out vs Cowboys
"Houston Texans defensive coordinator Matt Burke reacts to linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair being out for their Week 4 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.
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