BYU will be without a key depth piece for the foreseeable future.
Cougars running back Sione Moa has suffered a torn MCL and PCL, he announced Wednesday via social media. The injury occurred in the first quarter of BYU’s season opener against Utah Tech this past Saturday.
“I would be lying if I said these past few days haven’t been my hardest days mentally,” Moa wrote in an Instagram post. “... But I sit here now, recovering from surgery, with an attitude of gratitude once again.
“... I was reminded that football is only but a small part of my joy. I was reminded that my joy comes from my wife. My family. My brothers. My faith and my savior Jesus Christ, who is the source of all of my joy.”
In 11 career games at BYU, Moa has ran 53 times for 258 yards (4.9 yards per carry) and four touchdowns. He had logged 22 yards on six carries against Utah Tech prior to his injury.
This marks the second consecutive season where Moa has dealt with a major health setback, as he suffered from compartment syndrome in 2025 which caused him to miss 10 games and nearly resulted in him losing his leg.
“Although this setback isn’t ideal, I know that I’m in perfect hands,” Moa wrote. “Thank you to everyone who’s reached out. I feel your love and support daily. Thanks for being patient with me Cougar Nation.”
While LJ Martin is firmly established as BYU’s starting running back, the Cougars will now turn to Preston Rex, Journee Tonga and Devaughn Eka to handle Moa’s RB2 duties.