The Indiana Hoosiers made a Cinderella run to the College Football Playoff in 2024, led by quarterback Kurtis Rourke. Rourke has had a long journey through his college football career, but he capped it off with one of the best seasons Indiana has seen in recent years. Kurtis Rourke is an experienced quarterback whose scouting report shows the ability to succeed in the right system.
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Overview, Film Analysis, and 2025 Scouting Report of Indiana Quarterback Kurtis Rourke
Measurables
Height: 6’4”
Weight: 220 lbs
Player Background
The path to the NFL has been anything but typical for Kurtis Rourke. Raised in Ontario, Canada, Rourke did not catch the attention of big-name college football programs. Rourke was rated as a two-star recruit by 247Sports and received minimal scholarship offers. After his senior year at Holy Trinity High School in Oakville, Ontario, Rourke committed to play for the Ohio Bobcats. Kurtis Rourke’s older brother, Nathan Rourke, played quarterback for the Bobcats at the time.
Rourke spent five seasons at Ohio, earning the starting job in 2021. As a Bobcat, Rourke threw 50 touchdown passes and 16 interceptions. Before his final season of eligibility, Rourke transferred to Indiana University to become the starting quarterback for the Hoosiers. This is when he grabbed national attention. Rourke led the Hoosiers to a final record of 11-2 and their first-ever College Football Playoff appearance. Now, at 24 years old, Kurtis Rourke has entered the 2025 NFL Draft.
Strengths
Kurtis Rourke is a consistent and confident quarterback. He is able to throw the ball over the middle of the field or outside the numbers. Rourke is accurate in the quick game, especially when throwing quick out routes. He shows the ability to layer passes over linebackers and can vary the power behind his throws.
When pressured, Rourke consistently looks to his checkdown. He doesn’t panic under pressure. He can stand in the pocket and make big throws in key moments of the game. Rourke is confident throwing the ball into tight windows, even down the field. He trusts his receivers to win in one-on-one situations. Rourke often anticipates his receivers getting open, throwing the ball before the receiver gets out of his break.
Weaknesses
In his final year at Indiana, Kurtis Rourke played almost exclusively in the shotgun. This could make the transition to a pro-style offense difficult for him. He can sometimes lock onto his target too quickly, failing to go through progressions. Rourke doesn’t sense pressure well from his blindside, occasionally leading to fumbles.
When throwing the ball down the field, Rourke does not show consistent accuracy. His arm strength is adequate but not ideal. His throwing motion is not as quick as NFL teams would usually prefer. Rourke doesn’t always put the necessary zip on the ball when throwing into tight windows. He rarely extends plays with his feet.
Potential Team Fits
NFL Projection
Kurtis Rourke will likely spend his NFL career as a backup. He can thrive in a shotgun-heavy offense that focuses on creating quick passing opportunities. Though Rourke’s accuracy and lack of turnovers give him a fairly high floor, his poor athleticism limits his ceiling. Kurtis Rourke projects as a sixth-round pick.
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