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NFL Network production hits rough stretch during 2nd half of Texans-Jaguars

The NFL Network/ESPN broadcast of Sunday’s Houston Texans–Jacksonville Jaguars game in London faced repeated production missteps during the second half, starting with a baffling call during a critical kickoff return. In the third quarter, the network abruptly shifted to a Jaguars highlight reel mid-play after an apparent Texans fumble recovery was initially signaled on the field—despite play-by-play announcer Bob Wischusen questioning whether the ball was still live.

The call was later overturned on review, but the broadcast’s failure to stay on the play set a tone for further errors. Late in the fourth quarter, with the Texans threatening to seal a 31–28 lead from the Jaguars’ 10-yard line, camera operators twice missed the same end-around play, including a pivotal pass that was intercepted by Jaguars cornerback Travis Hunter in the end zone—completely untelevised.

The sequence of technical blunders raised questions about the partnership’s ability to deliver consistent coverage for the NFL’s International Series games, with upcoming matchups in Weeks 7 and 9 under scrutiny.

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