# BYU running back LJ Martin injury status

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/byu-running-back-lj-martin-injury-status
> Updated: 2026-11-05T03:38:54.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

BYU running back LJ Martin, the reigning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, sustained a lower-body injury during a victory over TCU on October 3. Initially, Martin was expected to miss four to six weeks, which would sideline him for matchups against Iowa State and Notre Dame.

By early November, Martin was cleared to practice and expected to attempt to play in the rivalry game against No. 3 Utah. While his availability was anticipated, reports indicated he might not be at full health and could face a limited workload depending on his performance during pre-game warmups.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-05: BYU running back LJ Martin expected to return for Utah rivalry game

BYU running back LJ Martin is expected to return from injury for Saturday’s rivalry game against No. 3 Utah, though he may be limited in his role.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/byu-running-back-lj-martin-expected-to-return-for-utah-rivalry-game

### 2026-10-07: BYU running back LJ Martin expected to miss 4-6 weeks with injury

BYU star running back LJ Martin is expected to miss four to six weeks with a lower-body injury, sidelining him for upcoming games against Iowa State and Notre Dame.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/byu-running-back-lj-martin-ruled-out-for-iowa-state-game

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