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PROVO, Utah – BYU football has some good news on the availability report, in the buildup to Saturday’s rivalry game against Utah.

The undefeated Cougars are expected to have linebacker Jack Kelly back in action.

BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill said they expect LB Jack Kelly to play against Utah. pic.twitter.com/YDnREOQ5pn

— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) October 15, 2025

Kelly, BYU’s leader in sacks this season, missed last week due to a shoulder injury. He practiced all of last week and has been participating in practices this week.

BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill said he expects his star linebacker to “go” in the rivalry game.

Kelly didn’t appear on the initial availability report on Wednesday night.

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