Jaguars vs Texans Live Update: NFL Referee Larry Smith Carted Off Field After Slipping During at Wembley Stadium in London | WATCH Video

NFL umpire Larry Smith was carted off the field after suffering a leg injury during the first quarter of Sunday’s game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium in London.

The international contest was temporarily halted.

Medical personnel rushed to the field after Smith slipped awkwardly on the turf during the opening quarter. 

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The Moment Larry Smith Slipped At Wembley

The unexpected injury took place just three possessions into Sunday morning’s divisional matchup, with the game deadlocked in a scoreless tie.

As the Texans offense set up along the line of scrimmage, Smith attempted to backpedal to gain his pre-snap vantage point behind the defensive line.

While adjusting his footing, Smith lost traction on the slick natural grass surface, causing his lower leg to buckle awkwardly beneath his weight.

Smith immediately collapsed to the turf in visible agony, clutching his lower leg as play was halted by the refereeing crew.

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