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NFL Umpire Carl Paganelli Retires After 26 Seasons

6/28/2025

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After an impressive 26-season career, Carl Paganelli has hung up his whistle, leaving a legacy as an NFL umpire since 1999. He officiated 22 playoff games, including four Super Bowls, showcasing his skill on the grandest stages. Following an injury in 2024, he passed the torch to Brandon Ellison, son of veteran umpire Roy Ellison, marking a new chapter in officiating.

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After an impressive 26-season career, Carl Paganelli has hung up his whistle, leaving a legacy as an NFL umpire since 1999. He officiated 22 playoff games, including four Super Bowls, showcasing his skill on the grandest stages. Following an injury in 2024, he passed the torch to Brandon Ellison, son of veteran umpire Roy Ellison, marking a new chapter in officiating.