# NFL official Larry Smith injury

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nfl-official-larry-smith-injury
> Updated: 2026-10-20T22:31:35.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

During an NFL London game at Wembley Stadium between the Houston Texans and the Jacksonville Jaguars, umpire Larry Smith suffered an injury after slipping on a wet playing surface. Smith was unable to put weight on his lower leg and was transported off the field on a medical cart. At the time, the officiating crew continued the game with six officials.

It was later confirmed that Smith sustained a torn quadriceps muscle during the non-contact incident. As a result, he has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. A substitute umpire will be required to fill his position for upcoming assignments.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: NFL umpire Larry Smith ruled out for season after injury in London

NFL umpire Larry Smith is sidelined for the rest of the season after suffering a torn quadriceps during a Texans-Jaguars game in London.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nfl-umpire-larry-smith-ruled-out-for-season-after-injury-in-london

### 2026-10-18: NFL referee Larry Smith injured during London game at Wembley Stadium

NFL official Larry Smith was carted off the field at Wembley Stadium after slipping on wet turf during a game between the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nfl-referee-larry-smith-injured-during-london-game-at-wembley-stadium

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