Overview

• After review, the league penalized Al-Shaair for a Week 4 blow to Ward’s head and neck that was not flagged during Houston’s 26-0 win.
• The contact came on a third-down play along the sideline and was initially left uncalled by on-field officials.
• NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the $17,389 roughing-the-passer fine tied to the hit on the rookie quarterback.
• According to Spotrac, Al-Shaair has accrued $424,110 in fines across seven infractions since 2023.
• Houston elevated Damon Arnette and Jalen Mills from the practice squad this week, with Arnette set for his first NFL action since 2021.