Injury Update on NFL Referee Adrian Hill

NFL referee Adrian Hill experienced a non-contact injury to his left leg while officiating the exciting game between the Buffalo Bills and the Houston Texans on Thursday evening. The incident occurred during the third quarter when Bills quarterback Josh Allen was sacked by Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter.

As Hill jogged toward the end zone, he suddenly began limping, prompting immediate assistance from Texans staff members. He was promptly carted off the field, and Umpire Roy Ellison took over referee duties for the remainder of the game.

Positive News on His Condition

According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, initial reports indicate that Hill has avoided a major injury and his Achilles is intact. However, he is expected to miss some time before potentially returning later in the season.

A Glimpse into Hill's Career

Adrian Hill has a rich history in officiating, having worked as a college official from 2004 to 2009 before joining the NFL as a line judge in 2010. He was promoted to head referee in 2019 and has officiated over 100 matchups, including two NFC Wild Card playoff games in 2022 and 2023.

Beyond his refereeing career, Hill is also a full-time flight software engineer at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. He has been involved with NASA missions, ensuring the health of various spacecraft. In recognition of his contributions, he was named Engineer of the Year by the Baltimore chapter of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) in 2006.