Byrd, a senior from Grottoes, Va., was all over the field in the Wasps' 55-7 season-opening rout of Ferrum College on Saturday.  He adjusted quickly -- and well -- to his new role as strong safety in Week 1, moving from corner during the offseason.  He made a total of 13 tackles against Panther ball-carriers, including eight solo stops.  Byrd also came away 2.5 tackles for a loss, costing Ferrum 15 yards of offense.  That total included a quarterback sack for a loss of eight yards.  His efforts helped spearhead a defense that was on the field for nearly 37 minutes, but allowed only 233 yards and forced six turnovers.

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