Cory Butler-Byrd‘s permanent move to wide receiver has hit what the football program hopes is a temporary speed bump.
Thursday, Utah announced that Butler-Byrd has been indefinitely suspended by head coach Kyle Whittingham. The release stated that Butler-Byrd is dealing with unspecified personal issues that triggered the punitive measure.
The player will remain on scholarship, but will not be participating in team activities during his suspension.
After transferring to the Utes from the junior college ranks, Butler-Byrd began his FBS career as a cornerback. He began the transition to receiver during the 2015 season, then exited spring practice this year as the starter as a slot receiver for the Utes.
Butler-Byrd started five games last season as a corner/receiver (three at CB, two at WR), intercepting three passes and catching one pass for a 54-yard touchdown. He also returned eight kicks for 233 yards and a touchdown.
