Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has been fined by the National Football League for displaying a 'Stop the genocide' message on his eye black during a recent playoff victory. The league imposed an $11,593 penalty, citing its strict rules against unapproved personal messages on game day. Al-Shaair's message appeared to reference the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza, and follows previous instances where he has used his platform to support Palestinians, including wearing custom cleats with similar messages. The fine comes amid the league's ongoing efforts to balance personal expression with its policies, as well as its plans to honor Martin Luther King Jr. during the upcoming playoff games.