LJ Martin injury update: Unfortunate news emerges on BYU RB after being taken to locker room

BYU running back LJ Martin is out for the remainder of the game after a taking a hard hit in the second quarter Saturday against Iowa State. Martin came off the field grimacing after appearing to take contact to his shoulder on the hit.

He was being tended to by trainers on the sideline before eventually going back to the locker room for more evaluation. He later emerged with his shoulder pads off, and sideline reporter Alexa Landestoy gave the unfortunate update on his status during the FOX Broadcast.

“LJ Martin, you saw him leave for the locker room. I’m just being told that he had some X-Rays and he is done for the day,” she said.

It’s an awful blow for the Cougars, as Martin already had 15 yards rushing and a touchdown on five carries prior to his exit. BYU trailed 24-17 heading into halftime and will now have to overcome the one-touchdown deficit without one of their best offensive players.

Coming into Saturday’s contest, Martin led the Big 12 with 774 yards rushing in addition to four touchdowns. He also had 11 catches for 82 yards receiving.

With Martin sidelined, BYU may lead more on Sione I Moa and quarterback Bear Bachmeier to shoulder the load running the ball. The Cougars are looking to avoid their first loss of the season and remain at the top of the Big 12 standings, and we’ll see whether they can manage in the second half.

This story will be updated.