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Kalani Sitake offers update on LJ Martin, other injured BYU players – Deseret News

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BYU may be without its most impactful offensive player this week. After leaving this past weekend’s game at TCU early with an injury, running back LJ Martin is “doubtful” to play against Iowa State on Friday, according to Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake.

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