BYU prepares for Iowa State with injuries to starting running back
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
BYU hosts Iowa State on Friday amid injuries in its running back corps, particularly star LJ Martin. The Cougars hope quarterback Bear Bachmeier can elevate the offense to reduce pressure on the defense after a lackluster performance against TCU. Sources indicate that Bachmeier may need to take on a heavier rushing role due to the depleted roster. This matchup is crucial for BYU, ranked No. 8, as they look to maintain momentum heading into a high-profile game against Notre Dame the following week.
- •BYU plays Iowa State on Friday night in Provo.
- •LJ Martin will not play due to injury.
- •Bear Bachmeier needs to improve the offense's performance.
- •Cougars aim to avoid three-and-outs early in the game.
- •A strong performance is needed before facing Notre Dame.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — With depleted running backs room, can Bachmeier expand and elevate Cougars’ attack?
"BYU’s offense needs to take pressure off the defense by extending drives — and scoring — when it faces Iowa State Friday.
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