SALT LAKE CITY -- Francis Bernard is getting a second chance to continue his football career.
The former BYU linebacker was cleared to join Utah and start practicing with the team Monday. The junior will have two seasons of eligibility remaining and is eligible to play with the Utes this season.
Bernard adds depth to a linebacker unit that includes starters Chase Hansen and Cody Barton and highly regarded junior college transfer Bryant Pirtle.
Hansen already likes what he sees from his new teammate in terms of physicality, aggressiveness and football knowledge.