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Umpire Larry Smith Suffers Serious Injury in London, Highlighting NFL Officiing Vulnerabilities

NFL umpire Larry Smith was carted off the field with a lower-leg injury during the first quarter of the Texans-Jaguars game at Wembley Stadium. The incident exposed the league's lack of standby officials, forcing the crew to operate with six people. Smith, in his second NFL season, may miss the remainder of the year.

via Bleacher Report|

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Umpire Larry Smith Suffers Lower-Leg Injury During Texans-Jaguars London Match

NFL umpire Larry Smith was carted off the field with a lower-leg injury during the first quarter of the Houston Texans-Jacksonville Jaguars game at Wembley Stadium on October 18, 2026. Smith slipped on wet grass, attempted to rise, and collapsed again, prompting medical attention and a shift to a six-official crew. The incident highlighted the lack of standby replacements for injured officials, with line judge Carl Johnson praying for Smith before the game continued.

via NBC Sports|

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