Career
Butler was also named an OUA All-Star and All-Canadian in his senior season. Saskatchewan Roughriders
He was drafted 12th overall by the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the 2011 Canadian Football League Draft and signed with the team on June 1, 2011. In his first season with the Roughriders, Butler was named a West division All-Star.
In his three seasons with the Riders, Butler amassed 135 tackles, 34 special teams tackles, 4 quarterback sacks, 11 interceptions and 6 fumble recoveries.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats
On February 11, 2014, the first day of Canadian Football League free-agency, Butler signed a contract with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League.