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BYU’s injury report ahead of Baylor matchup

BYU releases injury updates for four starters including LJ Martin ahead of Saturday's Baylor game as playoff implications loom.

By · Published November 12, 2026  07:16 UTC · Updated November 12, 2026  08:24 UTC

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BYU has released its official injury report for the upcoming Baylor matchup, with running back LJ Martin and three other starters listed. The updates come as the Cougars navigate a critical stretch that could determine their College Football Playoff positioning.

Sports Illustrated and Deseret News detail the specific injury designations for Martin and the other affected starters, while The Salt Lake Tribune connects the health situation to broader playoff scenarios, including a potential Utah-BYU rematch. KSL Sports adds context from Utah defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley's press conference, and CBS Sports provides live tracking for the matchup.

The key question is whether Martin and the other starters will be available for Saturday's game, and how their status affects BYU's playoff resume with the selection committee rankings due Tuesday.

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Which players are listed on BYU's injury report?

Running back LJ Martin and three other starters are listed, though the specific names of the other three players are not detailed in the available coverage.

What is the game at stake?

BYU faces Baylor on Saturday with College Football Playoff implications, as the Cougars' positioning could lead to a potential rematch with Utah.

When will we know the final availability?

Final game-day status for the injured players will be determined closer to Saturday's kickoff against Baylor.

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