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Hinckley Ropati bracing for game-changing season — on and off the field

Ropati and his wife Taylin are expecting their first child. That, and the fact he is finally healthy after missing the entire 2023 season due to injury, give Ropati much to look forward to this fall.

For Hinckley and Taylin Ropati, due dates have special meanings, and they are preparing for two of them that will arrive closely together.

The first is Aug. 31 when Hinckley returns to BYU’s lineup as the lead running back after missing last season with a knee injury.

“It’s a mental battle when you can’t suit up and be there with the boys.”

—  BYU running back Hinckley Ropati

The second due date is Sept. 13, one day before the Cougars play at Wyoming, when Taylin is expected to deliver the couple’s first child.