Social Media Has Uncovered The Controversial Message On Houston Texans Superstar Azeez Al-Shaair’s Eye-Black During MNF Playoff Game vs. Steelers [PHOTO]

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair sent multiple messages on Monday night in Pittsburgh.

On the field, he and that daunting Texans defense stifled the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense all night long. In the game, he recorded six combined tackles. He made three solo tackles and assisted in three others. People accused him and the Texans of elder abuse for the way they treated Aaron Rodgers.

The message was sent to A-Rod and the rest of the league. After the game, Al-Shaair had another message that he wanted to get out.

Azeez Al-Shaair Makes Political Statement

Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair wore a powerful message on his face during Monday’s AFC Wild Card game against the Steelers. Not many fans may have seen it due to his helmet. From a distance, it was difficult to make out what was written on Al-Shaair’s eye black.

However, he made sure it was seen after the blowout victory. He and teammate Will Anderson Jr. appeared on the set of “SportsCenter” with Scott Van Pelt. With his helmet off, the words “STOP THE GENOCIDE” were on full display across his face. It was a reference to the Israel-Gaza conflict.

TRENDING: Houston #Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair wore last night eyeblack that said “STOP THE GENOCIDE.”

Last season, Al-Shaair wore cleats that said “Free Palestine” for My Cause My Cleats.

Al-Shaair is a practicing Muslim and extremely religious. pic.twitter.com/a1D79PD4TM

— MLFootball (@MLFootball) January 13, 2026

Azeez Al-Shaair has had his fair share of controversial moments in his career. This past regular season, he wore ‘Free Palestine’ Cleats at practice. During the 2024 season, he was suspended for three games for his dirty hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

Fans also wanted him banned from the league over his hit to Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward.

In the meantime, the Houston Texans got one step closer to the Super Bowl with a 30-6 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. After securing their first-ever road win, they look to make more history. The team has never advanced past the Divisional Round.