Al-Shaar was suspended 3 games after Lawrence was hit.

The NFL has been suspended. Houston Texans Linebacker dear poetry Three games for repeatedly violating player safety rules after hitting him on the head on Sunday Jacksonville Jaguars The quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

NFL vice president of football operations Jon Runyan announced the suspension Tuesday in a letter to Alshire, adding that the league considers the hit “unacceptable” and that it will continue to comply with player safety rules. “Persistent neglect” of will not be tolerated. ”

Al-Shaar was ejected in the second quarter of Houston’s victory over Jacksonville on Sunday after a violent blow to his sliding Lawrence’s facemask caused the star quarterback to suffer a concussion.

“You were involved in a play that (the NFL) considers unacceptable and a serious violation of the rules of the game,” Runyan wrote Tuesday. “The video shows you striking Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence in the head/neck area as he apparently went down in the first slide of the foot… You led with your arm and helmet and A heavy blow to your head/neck area. The opponent when you had time and space to avoid such contact.”

Lawrence clenched both fists after the hit — movements consistent with what’s called a “fencing response,” which can be common after a traumatic brain injury. He remained on the ground for several minutes as teammates came to his defense and mobbed Al-Shayer.

Runyan said in his letter that Al-Shaar “started a fight, which escalated when he pulled an opponent to the ground by his face mask,” adding that after being ejected, The six-year veteran “removed your face. Helmet and reconnected with his opponent walking down the field, setting off another physical confrontation near the end zone.”

Al-Shaar has the right to appeal against the suspension. If he plays the full three games, he will be eligible to return for the regular-season finale against Houston. Tennessee Titans.

Last week, Al-Shaar was flagged and later fined $11,255 for a late departure on the Titans. Tony Pollard. He was also fined $11,817 earlier this year after being punched. Chicago Bears Running back Roshan Johnson On the sideline in Week 2. It happened during an altercation that started after his hard hit on the quarterback Caleb Williams A flag was not placed near the sideline.

Runyan wrote, “Your lack of sportsmanship and respect for the game of football and all those who play, coach and enjoy watching it is disturbing and a fundamental part of the NFL. It does not reflect values.” “Your continued disregard for the rules of NFL play endangers the health and safety of both you and your opponents and will not be tolerated.”

The Associated Press contributed to this report.