'I Love What We Did Today': Nebraska Football Coach Matt Rhule Meets with the Media

Nebraska football is now seven practices into the spring session.

Head coach Matt Rhule met with the media after Saturday's practice. Rhule began with a roster announcement that transfer wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV had been dismissed from the team.

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

Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV (17) carries the ball during the second quarter against Murray State. — Kentucky wide receiver Hardley Gilmore carries the ball against Murray State last season. | Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

As for guys still with the team, Rhule discussed the importance of development for guys like Jalyn Gramstad and Mekhi Nelson, who spent last year on the scout team but are now getting good reps with the main squad.

"The old days of playing football where you went somewhere and redshirted and played on the scout team and progressed, some people want to skip that part," Rhule said. "There's a lot of guys have been through that process. The scout team is one of the best things that can ever happen to you."

Rhule was also complimentary of the offensive line group.

"The offensive line this spring has been one of our highlights," Rhule said, noting the physical development of that unit. "Overall, it's been a really good group."

Offensive Line Nebraska football vs UTEP 2024 — Nebraska's offensive line readies to take on the UTEP defense during the second quarter vs. UTEP, Aug. 31, 2024. | Kenny Larabee, KLIN

"I love what we did today."
Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule

Rhule said he's impressed by where quarterback Dylan Raiola is ahead of his second year.

"Dylan's command of the offense is really impressive," Rhule said. "He has great command of what we're doing. Great command of the huddle. I'm excited about where he's at."

Other topics Rhule hit on were Javin Wright, live portion of today's practice, what new players can do to help themselves right away, the defensive pass rush, DeShon Singleton's decision to come back, special teams progress, TikTok, and more.

The appearance from Rhule is posted below. Keep scrolling for more coverage from Saturday's media availability.

Coverage

Nebraska On SI | Transfer Wide Receiver Hardley Gilmore IV Dismissed from the Team
Nebraska On SI | Rhule Praises Nebraska O-Line as a 'Highlight' of Spring Practice
Nebraska On SI | 'Gonna Be Shot Out Of A Cannon This Year': Rhule Details Conversation with DeShon Singleton on Return
Nebraska Athletics | Rhule Speaks on Position Groups
Husker247 | Rundown from Rhule: Husker O-line one of the highlights in first half of spring, plus other notes
Husker247 | Rhule sees Raiola making strides in second Husker spring
Husker247 | Transfer wide receiver dismissed from team, Rhule announces
Lincoln Journal Star* | Amie Just: By choosing to return, veteran duo cosigns Matt Rhule's culture at Nebraska
Omaha World-Herald* | Rhule having a calmer spring in Year 3 at Nebraska as program embraces standards
Omaha World-Herald* | Shatel: Rhule has compiled an experienced, seasoned Nebraska staff. Will it pay off?
Omaha World-Herald* | Defense embracing 'position-less mindset' to boost pass-rush production
Omaha World-Herald* | Rhule: Offensive line has been a 'high spot' for Nebraska during spring practices
Omaha World-Herald* | Why Matt Rhule did a TikTok video — and the feedback his players gave him
Omaha World-Herald* | Nebraska receiver dismissed from team
HuskerOnline* | Spring Nuggets: Rhule recap from Saturday
HuskerOnline* | Rhule lauds Nebraska offense's work in the trenches
InsideNebraska* | Three takeaways from Rhule's mid-spring press conference
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