SALT LAKE CITY — Francis Bernard’s first practice in pads with the Utes went well. The junior linebacker, who transferred from BYU, is adjusting to his new surroundings.
“He looked fine. He’s a quick learner I can tell you that,” said Utah coach Kyle Whittingham. “He’s absorbed a bunch of the defense so far. Obviously there’s more for him to learn, but he was functioning very well out there today.”
Even so, Bernard’s role on the team has yet to be determined.
“We’ll see,” Whittingham said. “There’s a group of six of those ’backers that are fighting for position and playing time and he’s one of those six.