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Umpire Larry Smith Out for Season
NFL umpire Larry Smith injured after slipping on Wembley Stadium grass, ending his season.
In brief
NFL umpire Larry Smith injured after slipping on Wembley Stadium grass, ending his season. NFL umpire Larry Smith suffered a torn quadricep after slipping on Wembley Stadium grass, ending his season. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Umpire Larry Smith
NFL official Larry Smith suffered a season-ending injury on Sunday in London.
Injury Details
Smith slipped on wet grass at Wembley Stadium and fell twice before being taken off the field.
Injury Impact
Smith, who serves as the umpire on referee Shawn Hochuli’s crew, suffered a torn quadricep and is out for the season.
NFL Response
The NFL will have to find a replacement umpire for Hochuli’s crew for the rest of the season.
Season Status
Smith’s first season in the NFL ends after a torn quadricep injury from a slip on Wembley Stadium grass.
Here's the gist
NFL umpire Larry Smith suffered a torn quadricep after slipping on Wembley Stadium grass, ending his season.
