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NFL umpire Larry Smith carted off early after slipping on wet field in London

NFL umpire Larry Smith suffered an unexpected injury during the Jaguars-Texans Week 6 matchup at Wembley Stadium, requiring medical attention after slipping on the wet field. The incident occurred early in the game, disrupting the officiating crew as the Jaguars and Texans faced off in front of a live audience.

Smith’s removal from the field raised concerns about the officiating crew’s ability to manage the game, though no further details were provided on his condition or whether he would return to officiate later in the contest.

The Jaguars entered the game with several key absences, including cornerback Jaylon Jones, who was ruled out due to a hamstring injury. Other inactive players for Jacksonville included cornerback Montaric Brown, wide receiver CJ Williams, safety Jalen Huskey, long snapper Ross Matiscik, defensive end Wesley Williams, and defensive tackle Albert Regis.

Meanwhile, the Texans looked to capitalize on the Jaguars’ personnel challenges, though the focus remained on the unusual circumstances surrounding Smith’s injury and its potential impact on the game’s flow.

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