LJ Martin News, Rumors, Updates - BYU Cougars

Working as No. 2 back Martin was observed warming up and appears to be working as the No. 2 running back behind Hinckley Folau Ropati, Mitch Harper of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Martin had been listed atop of the depth chart and was expected to lead the backfield, however, it seems Hinckley Folau Ropati might have overtaken the position. The sophomore running back will have to make the most of his touches if he wants to regain his position as the starter.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go for opener Martin is at the top of the depth chart for running back and head coach Kalani Sitake says the running back , "will be ready to go" for the season opener against Southern Illinois,...

Impact Martin was already deemed "likely" for Brigham Young's opener by Sitake early this August, and this news now only confirms that. The 6-foot-2 running back is now primed to lead the backfield and top his 518 yards and four touchdowns in the 2023 season.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses scrimmage, Week 1 likely Martin (shoulder) did not participate in Brigham Young's scrimmage Saturday, but head coach Kalani Sitake he's still expecting to see Martin for Week 1, Mitch Harper of KSL News Sa...

Impact Martin has been practicing so far during training camp, but he was unable to appear in the team's scrimmage even if it was to keep him fresh for the regular season. Although Sitake stated the 6-foot-2 running back is expected to be healthy for Week 1 against SIU, the coming days should be the real indicators towards the true status of the sophomore.

AUGUST 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

BYU running back LJ Martin says he's fine. If he's not, will the Cougars be OK? BYU running back LJ Martin claims he’s fine. If he’s not, will the Cougars be OK?

AUGUST 6, 2024 • SLTRIB.COM

Full participant in practice Martin (shoulder) said he was a full participant at practice Friday, Mitch Harper of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Although conflicting reports stated Martin would possibly miss the beginning of the season for BYU, it appears he's actually been able to practice and looks to be recovering well from his shoulder injury. The 6-foot-2 sophomore's status will continue to be monitored but at this current track, according to his own statement, he is practicing fully.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss time early this season Martin is recovering from a shoulder injury that's limited him in BYU's fall camp and could keep him sidelined at the start of the season, Jay Drew of the Deseret News reports.

Impact Martin is still working to rehab his shoulder, which impacts his availability for BYU's fall camp and threatens to keep him out of the early portions of the Cougars' regular season. Martin reportedly "quite likely will not be available to play in BYU's first three of four games." The tailback was the Cougars' leading rusher last season, putting up 518 yards and four touchdowns on 4.8 yards-per-carry. If he can't go, Hinckley Ropati appears to be next in line for carries in BYU's backfield.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with nine total touches Martin recorded eight rushes for 56 yards during Saturday's 45-13 defeat versus Iowa State.

Impact Martin was able to get in the backfield but did see fewer carries than QB Jake Retzlaff (17) and RB Aidan Robbins (10). On a positive note, he was the most effective with 7.0 yards per carry which could lead to him seeing more work against Oklahoma next week.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP vs West Virginia Martin did not log a snap during Saturday's 37-7 loss to West Virginia.

Impact Martin missed the Week 9 matchup against Texas and was cleared to play against West Virginia but did not take the field during the lopsided defeat. The freshman running back has 95 carries for 437 yards and four touchdowns for the Cougars this season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active but won't start Martin (undisclosed) is good to go for Saturday's game against West Virginia but will not start, Greg Wrubell of BYU football reports.

Impact Martin was unable to go a week ago versus Texas but will be in action Saturday and should be back in the fold. The true freshman figures to see more of a split with Aidan Robbins who is expected to get the start. Martin has certainly been the more impactful back of the two, total 438 yards and four touchdowns on 96 carries this season.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs West Virginia Coach Aaron Roderick indicated Monday that Martin's (undisclosed) availability for Saturday's game against West Virginia is still to be determined, Mitch Harper of KSL News Salt La...

Impact Roderick also mentioned he believes Martin got banged up during the game against Texas Tech. The freshman running back has totaled 95 carries for 437 yards and four touchdowns across eight games. Should he be unavailable, Aidan Robbins and Deion Smith could see more opportunities.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Texas Martin (undisclosed) didn't play Saturday against Texas.

Impact While Martin's participation in warmups was encouraging, in the end, he didn't play a single snap, just like head coach Kalani Sitake indicated, as he said that he's unlikely to give it a go. Aidan Robbins and Deion Smith are candidates to receive increased workloads in his absence.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taking some reps in warmups Martin (undisclosed) is taking some warmup reps ahead of Saturday's game against Texas, Mitch Harper of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact While Martin's participation in warmups is encouraging, it's worth noting that head coach Kalani Sitake indicated prame that he's unlikely to give it a go. The freshman running back is likely questionable, at best, leading up to the contest, with Aidan Robbins likely next in line for reps if he can't go.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to sit out Saturday Martin is unlikely to play Saturday due to an undisclosed injury, Greg Wrubell of BYU Radio reports.

Impact Martin suffered his injury in last week's contest and isn't expected to suit up Saturday. Aidan Robbins and Deion Smith are candidates to receive increased workloads in his absence.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high 93 rushing yards in win Martin tallied 10 rushes for 93 yards during Saturday's 27-14 victory over Texas Tech.

Impact Martin posted a team-high 93 rushing yards yet is still looking for his first 100-yard rushing performance of the season. The impressive true freshman has received double-digit carries in every game this year. He could have a tough time in a hostile environment at Texas next week.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Freshman LJ Martin Provided a Spark the BYU Offense Desperately Needed Martin changed the game for BYU when he entered in the third quarter

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

BYU QB Kedon Slovis praises freshman running back LJ Martin after scrimmage BYU QB Kedon Slovis said RB LJ Martin made plays in the Cougars’ scrimmage. Can an impressive fall camp lead to the freshman playing in Year...

AUGUST 12, 2023 • SLTRIB.COM

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