PROVO - BYU’s latest availability report brings a few familiar names and one encouraging update as the Cougars get ready to host Baylor.
The biggest boost for BYU comes with LJ Martin, who is listed as “PROBABLE” after making his return last week against Utah. Martin carried seven times for 19 yards and a touchdown in that game, and he’s expected to have a larger role in the offense against the Bears.
BYU will, however, be without tight end Will Zundel, who is marked “OUT” after getting hurt on punt return coverage in the rivalry game. Zundel was one of the Cougars’ key “juice crew” special teams players, and he was seen nursing his left arm after popping up from the field.
There are also a pair of players still sitting in the “DOUBTFUL” category. Cornerback Evan Johnson and tight end Roger Saleapaga remain there on the report, which under Big 12 standards means a 25% chance to play on Saturday.
Johnson was injured in double overtime at UCF, while Saleapaga was hurt late in the win over Arizona State. Both missed BYU’s game at Utah.
Linebacker Isaiah Glasker is also on the report this week and is listed as “QUESTIONABLE” for Saturday. Glasker was shaken up on the first play against Utah but returned to the game.
Safety Crew Clark is also listed as “QUESTIONABLE.”
BYU football availability entering Baylor game
OUT
TE #83 Will Zundel
DOUBTFUL
CB #0 Evan Johnson
TE #2 Roger Saleapaga II
QUESTIONABLE
LB #16 Isaiah Glasker
SAF #28 Crew Clark
PROBABLE
RB #4 LJ Martin
No. 10 BYU and Baylor are set for Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
MST on FOX. Radio coverage will air on KSL NewsRadio (102.7 FM), with extended pregame beginning at 10 a.m.
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