LJ Martin, Hinckley Ropati injury report: BYU RBs doubtful against Kansas State, per report

BYU running backs LJ Martin and Hinckley Ropati are both doubtful for Saturday night’s contest against Kansas State, per ESPN’s Pete Thamel. That will leave the Cougars extremely shorthanded in the backfield for their Big 12 opener.

Martin was the team’s leading rusher in 2023 as he ran for 518 yards and four touchdowns as a true freshman. He suffered an ankle injury in Week 2 against SMU and did not play last week against Wyoming.

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Ropati was also injured in the game against SMU and did not play last week. He is the team’s second leading rusher this season with 21 carries for 89 yards and a touchdown.

Miles Davis received a team-high eight carries in Week 3 with both Martin and Ropati out and should be expected to fill in again. Pokaiaua Haunga and Sion I Moa are also likely to factor in alongside him

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The game between the Cougars is a big one as it is the Big 12 opener for both schools, which enter the contest 3-0. BYU is in its second season as a member of the conference and looking to make a breakthrough.

However, with the injuries to Martin and Ropati, it will have to do so shorthanded. Kickoff between BYU and Kansas State is set for 10:30 p.m. ET on Saturday in Provo.