Could a scandal be coming to Provo? BYU has confirmed to a 1280 The Zone report that they are investing allegations that improper benefits were given out to current and past players that included cash, rent, and meals:
According to the report the investigation is centered on the school’s former director of football operations, Duane Busby, and has been ongoing for several months. Busby resigned from his position in March after spending 18 months in the job.
Busby allegedly gave players discounted or rent-free housing, free meals and other gifts. The report says Busby favored offensive players at skill positions. Several players were contacted by the paper, but none said they received improper benefits from Busby or anybody else at the school. Some of the players contacted did say that they “heard” of players receiving benefits, but none went into any detail.
BYU’s Associate AD says they are aware of the situation and are conducting an investigation. The school also claims that most of these violations have been self reported or they plan to self report them.
If this is actually happening at BYU, then you know it is happening just about everywhere. As always, keep it locked here for updates as they are made available.