Reserve cornerback Willie Harriott was dismissed from the team Thursday, Joe Paterno said during his weekly radio show.

"Willie got himself into a jam the other night and won't be with the team," Paterno said.

Penn State sports information director Jeff Nelson said the dismissal was a result of a violation of team rules.

Harriott was charged with driving under the influence last November, but the dismissal is not believed to be connected with that charge.