Former Packers Super Bowl champ opens up on Trevor Lawrence's 'brutal' hit vs Texans
Former Green Bay Packers Super Bowl champion Brett Favre reacted to Trevor Lawrence receiving a "brutal" hit during the Week 13 game against the Houston Texans. His tweet captured the immediate concern surrounding the Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback.
"Brutal hit. I wish Trevor a speedy recovery," Favre tweeted.
The frightening moment unfolded in the second quarter when Lawrence scrambled for a first down. Houston linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair delivered a crushing blow as Lawrence slid, triggering an immediate "fencing response." This can be a neurological indication of potential traumatic brain injury.
The hit's aftermath was explosive. An immediate brawl erupted between Jaguars and Texans players. Jaguars coach Doug Pederson called it a play that "has no business in our league." Tight end Evan Engram said: "It was a dirty play."
Al-Shaair took to social media to apologize.
"Before the game we spoke and I told you how it was great to see you back out on the field and wished you well," Al-Shaair posted on X. "I would never want to see any player hurt because of a hit I put on them."
Lawrence's own social media update provided reassurance.
"Thank you to everyone who has reached out / been praying for me. I'm home and feeling better," he posted on Sunday.
Trevor Lawrence's return would need to comply with league guidelines
Trevor Lawrence's return from injury would require to follow the NFL's stringent medical safeguards. According to the league guidelines, the league's Head, Neck, and Spine Committee requires comprehensive neurological assessments before a player's potential return.
Lawrence's recovery path involves rigorous steps. The NFL's "Return to Participation Protocol" mandates daily medical evaluations. An independent neurological consultant - unaffiliated with any team - must clear him for practice and gameplay.
Backup quarterback Mac Jones stepped in, completing 20 of 32 passes for 235 yards and two touchdowns. Despite his effort, the Jaguars lost 23-20.