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BYU's Bear Bachmeier and LJ Martin aim for Big 12 success

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

BYU's Bear Bachmeier and LJ Martin aim for Big 12 success
Summary

Bear Bachmeier and LJ Martin return for No. 14 BYU as it seeks a Big 12 title. Bachmeier, coming off a strong freshman campaign, threw for 3,033 yards and 15 touchdowns while rushing for 527 yards and 11 scores last season. Martin, the Big 12 rushing leader, totaled 1,305 yards and 12 touchdowns in 2025. With both players healthy and familiar with the system, they are expected to enhance BYU's offensive performance this year. The Cougars will rely on their backfield duo as they look to improve on a runner-up finish behind Texas Tech last season.

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  • •Bachmeier finished last season with three 300-yard passing games.
  • •Martin needs 1,361 rushing yards to become BYU's all-time leading rusher.
  • •Bachmeier and Martin both return after standout seasons in 2025.
  • •BYU plans to build on its previous runner-up finish in the Big 12.
  • •Cougars' offensive success hinges on the performance of their backfield.
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  • 10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Bear Bachmeier and LJ Martin ready to deliver on offense for No. 14 BYU as it eyes Big 12 title
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The return of the dynamic playmakers gives BYU one of the most productive backfield tandems in the FBS.

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