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Headed to Kansas Butler will transfer to Kansas, per Michael Swain of 247Sports.com.

Impact Butler caught nine passes for 59 yards and one touchdown with Old Dominion in 2025, and will now get a shot at the Power Four level with what appears to be one season of eligibility remaining. The 6-foot-4, 245-pound tight end will look to immediately compete for playing time with the Jayhawks.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Will enter transfer portal Butler intends to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, On3.com reports.

Impact Butler will seek new pastures after spending the previous seasons with Old Dominion. The junior tight end finished the season with nine receptions for 59 yards and one touchdown across 11 appearances.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Coastal Carolina Butler (undisclosed) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's matchup with Coastal Carolina.

Impact Butler was listed as questionable earlier in the week, though the tight end will ultimately suit up against the Chanticleers on Saturday. Butler has five receptions for 24 yards in four games this season.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for Week 6 Butler (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game against Coastal Carolina.

Impact Butler hasn't been a reliable option for Old Dominion at tight end this season and has been limited to five catches on eight targets for 24 yards. This means Butler's potential absence shouldn't have a significant impact in most fantasy formats.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for Week 6 Butler (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game against Coastal Carolina.

Impact Butler hasn't been a reliable option for Old Dominion at tight end this season and has been limited to five catches on eight targets for 24 yards. This means Butler's potential absence shouldn't have a significant impact in most fantasy formats.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE