Hinckley Ropati - Favored to be RB1 for opener Ropati is favored to be BYU's primary option at running back when the team hosts Southern Illinois on Aug. 31, Jeff Hansen of 247Sports.com reports. Impact Despite the fact that LJ Martin (shoulder) is BYU's most proven option at running back, his recent injury has cast doubts about him being available on Aug. 31. If he is not, the Cougars' best options are Ropati and Miles Davis. Though both are expected to split carries then if Martin sits out, Ropati is projected to get more carries than Davis, citing his effectiveness when healthy.
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