BYU running back LJ Martin out for second half at TCU with injury

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BYU running back LJ Martin was sidelined for the No. 10 Cougars' game at TCU on Saturday night after suffering an apparent injury in the first half, with ESPN reporting he would not return for the second half. Martin, who averaged 109.3 rushing yards per game, had just two carries for 16 yards before leaving, including consecutive runs of 11 and 5 yards late in the first quarter. The Cougars managed only 101 total yards in the first half and were tied 7-7 at halftime. Martin was the AP Big 12 offensive player of the year last season, leading the league with 1,305 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. Starting linebacker Isaiah Glasker was also injured before halftime.


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