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“No way he pulled a Caleb Williams” “too many unc refs”: NFL fans react to Umpire Larry Smith being carted off in Jaguars vs Texans game

NFL umpire Larry Smith was carted off the field during the first quarter of the Jacksonville Jaguars - Houston Texans game at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday.

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Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 9:40 PM

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NFL umpire Larry Smith was carted off during the Jaguars vs. Texans matchup at Wembley Stadium.
Smith slipped on the wet turf while jogging to retrieve a football during Jacksonville's second possession.
His left leg gave out when he attempted to stand back up following the slip.

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NFL umpire Larry Smith was carted off the field during the first quarter of the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium in London. The incident took place during Jacksonville's second offensive possession of the contest.

Smith slipped on the wet turf while jogging to retrieve a football between plays. He attempted to get back up, but his left leg gave out, prompting fans online to share mixed reactions to the injury.

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