Nebraska transfer WR Hardley Gilmore IV dismissed from team

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LINCOLN, Neb. -- Nebraska receiver Hardley Gilmore IV, who transferred from Kentucky in January, has been dismissed from the team, coach Matt Rhule announced Saturday.

The second-year player from Belle Glade, Florida, had come to Nebraska along with former Kentucky teammate Dane Key and receivers coach Daikiel Shorts Jr. and had received praise from teammates and coaches for his performance in spring practice.

Rhule did not disclose a reason for removing Gilmore.

"Nothing outside the program, nothing criminal or anything like that," Rhule said. "Just won't be with us anymore."

Gilmore was charged with misdemeanor assault in December for allegedly punching someone in the face…