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El Paso's LJ Martin to Miss Pop-Tarts Bowl Due to Injury Recovery

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LJ Martin, a standout running back from El Paso and Canutillo High School, will not participate in the upcoming Pop-Tarts Bowl as he recovers from shoulder surgery. BYU head coach Kalani Sitake confirmed Martin's absence ahead of the game against Georgia Tech, scheduled for Saturday in Orlando, Florida. Martin, who was named the Big 12's Offensive Player of the Year, had an impressive season with 1,305 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. Over his three years at BYU, he has accumulated 2,541 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns. The athlete is currently contemplating whether to enter the NFL draft or return for his senior year at BYU.

Key Details: • Pop-Tarts Bowl scheduled for Saturday in Orlando, Florida. • LJ Martin rushed for 1,305 yards and 12 touchdowns this season. • Martin has a total of 2,541 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns in his career. • Decision pending on whether Martin will enter the NFL draft or return to BYU.

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