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BYU running back LJ Martin is expected to play against No. 8 Texas Tech on Saturday, but if the star needs a break, former safety Preston Rex stands ready to contribute BYU football: Preston Rex's switch from defense to offense has worked out well for No. 7 Cougars ahead of Saturday's showdown with No. 8 Tex...

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • DESERET.COM

Available for Saturday Rex is good to go for Saturday's game at Texas Tech, per the Big 12 availability report.

Impact Rex, who exited the Cougars' last game due to an undisclosed injury, is not on Wednesday's availability report. He will be available for Saturday's massive contest at Texas Tech, but he likely won't play much given his place on the depth chart.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with apparent injury Rex went into the medical tent with an apparent injury in Saturday's win over Iowa State and did not return, Mitch Harper of KSL News Salt Lake City reports.

Impact Rex was getting an extended opportunity after LJ Martin (shoulder) bowed out of the game with a shoulder injury. Rex handled six carries for 17 yards while also catching a ball for two yards. No further update on his injury came after the game. At this current moment, the Cougars are down their top three running backs, leaving Enoch Nawahine as the potential next man up in two weeks' time against Texas Tech.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE