Kentucky dismisses wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV from football program
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:44 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV has been dismissed from the program for violating team rules, according to reports on August 6, 2026. Gilmore, a former four-star recruit, was entering his third season with the Wildcats after a tumultuous college career that included a charge for misdemeanor assault in 2024 and subsequent transfers between multiple schools. He recorded 34 receptions for 466 yards and two touchdowns during his time at Kentucky. There is no information regarding his next steps following the dismissal.
- •Gilmore dismissed for violating team rules prior to junior season
- •Started in 19 games at Kentucky, totaling 34 receptions
- •Previous legal issues led to transfers between multiple programs
- •No information on future plans following dismissal
- 10:44 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky football WR Hardley Gilmore IV dismissed from program
"Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV has been dismissed from the program for violating team rules ahead of his junior season.
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