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NFL Ref Adrian Hill Injured; Umpire Takes Over Game

11/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

NFL referee Adrian Hill suffered a non-contact left leg injury in the third quarter of Bills–Texans game on November 21, 2025, with Texans winning 23-19.
Umpire Roy Ellison took over as head referee for the remainder of the game.
Reports indicate Hill avoided a major injury and his Achilles is intact, though he will miss time.
Hill has officiated in the NFL since 2010 and became head referee in 2019.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's officiating model evolved significantly after the 2010 introduction of enhanced game management and accountability measures. By 2025, the league employed over 120 officials, including Adrian Hill, who became a head referee in 2019. The injury to Hill during the Bills–Texans game underscores ongoing challenges for officials, highlighting the need for improved injury protocols to maintain game integrity.

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Story summary

NFL referee Adrian Hill suffered a non-contact left leg injury in the third quarter of Bills–Texans game on November 21, 2025, with Texans winning 23-19.
Umpire Roy Ellison took over as head referee for the remainder of the game.
Reports indicate Hill avoided a major injury and his Achilles is intact, though he will miss time.
Hill has officiated in the NFL since 2010 and became head referee in 2019.

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