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BYU Guard Saunders Leaves Game versus Colorado in 1st Minute with Lower Leg Injury
- On Feb 14, 2026 BYU guard Richie Saunders exited 45 seconds into the first half with an apparent lower-leg injury, walked to the locker room, and was ruled out for the game.
- During BYU's first possession he landed awkwardly after jumping to pass, grabbed his right knee and right calf, and remained down for several minutes under the basket.
- Richie Saunders, a 6-foot-5 senior guard for BYU, entered Saturday averaging 18.8 points on 48.9% shooting and 6.0 rebounds, forming a big three with AJ Dybantsa and Rob Wright III.
- With season‑ending losses already on the roster, Saunders' injury could deepen BYU's depth concerns if extended. The injury dampened a day that included Jimmer Fredette's number retirement.
- With Saunders off the floor, BYU turned to AJ Dybantsa, who finished the first half with 9 points, 5 assists, and 4 rebounds, leading 37-32 at halftime.
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BYU guard Richie Saunders suffers lower leg injury against Colorado
BYU guard Richie Saunders exited 45 seconds into the first half of Saturday’s game between the Cougars and Colorado with an apparent lower leg injury.
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Total News Sources16
Leaning Left9Leaning Right1Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution64% Left
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- 64% of the sources lean Left
64% Left
L 64%
C 29%
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