During a college football game, a referee accidentally fractured the leg of East Carolina defensive back David Coleman Jr. The incident occurred when the official slipped while approaching the players, colliding with Coleman Jr., who fell to the ground. Coleman Jr. was later carried off the field and confirmed to have a fractured fibula after an X-ray at halftime.
East Carolina went on to win the game against Temple Owls with a score of 17-9. Coach Blake Harrell expressed concern for Coleman Jr. and noted the unusual nature of the incident involving an official.