BYU could be without starting right tackle Andrew Gentry for an extended period due to an ankle injury he sustained against Colorado State.

In an Instagram post, Gentry, a co-captain, revealed that he originally thought he had a “mild” sprain but was later diagnosed with a much worse ankle injury that looks like it could keep him out of the lineup for a while.

Since transferring from Michigan, Gentry has been a key contributor in the trenches for BYU. The Cougars have one of the top rushing attacks in the Big 12, averaging 6.7 yards per carry and 262.7 rushing yards per game this season, led in part by Gentry’s dominance on the right side of the offensive line.

“It’s been a tough week processing everything that’s happened since the injury,” Gentry said in the post. “While this wasn’t how I imagined this season to go, I have had the calming and powerful reassurance that God is in the details of my life.”

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake said he is confident in his team’s depth. Either true freshman Bott Mulitalo or redshirt freshman Siosiua Latu-Finau will start in Gentry’s place.

“Both those guys — if they get to play this weekend — are going to do a great job, and luckily they’ve had a lot of reps,” Sitake said.

In his Instagram post, Gentry showed a glimmer of optimism in the potential for a late-season return once he’s fully healed from his ankle injury.

“Thank you to everyone who has reached out and helped in so many ways,” he said. “I’ve received countless texts from friends and family, received priesthood blessings, and been told by so many that they are praying for me.

“I’m looking forward to coming back by the end of the season stronger than ever!”

BYU has been bitten by the injury bug this season. Starting safety Raider Damuni is out for multiple weeks due to a left leg and knee injury suffered in the season opener against Utah Tech. Backup running back Sione Moa is also out with a torn MCL and PCL.