Source: Azeez Al-Shaair fined for 'stop the genocide' eye black
ESPN • • general
Key Points:
- Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair was fined $11,593 for wearing eye black with the message "stop the genocide" during a wild-card NFL game, violating league uniform and equipment rules.
- The message referred to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and concerns over Israel's military actions following the October 2023 Hamas attack, which Israel denies as genocide.
- Al-Shaair, a Muslim player, has previously used his platform to support Palestinian causes, including wearing special cleats as part of the NFL's "My Cause, My Cleats" program.
- He stated that he aims to use his platform to bring hope to families in Palestine amid the conflict.
