Indiana football quarterback scouting report

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Kurtis Rourke leads Indiana football into its College Football Playoff game against Notre Dame on December 20, 2024.

Rourke who came to Hoosiers when first-year coach Curt Cignetti revamped the roster, he played five seasons at Ohio University in the Mid-American Conference and started the last three years. The Bobcats won 10 games in 2022 and ’23 with Rourke at QB.

Rourke excelled at IU, passing for 2,827 yards with 27 touchdowns against 4 interceptions and earning second-team All-Big Ten honor. He missed one game after surgery to repair a torn thumbnail he suffered against Nebraska.

He completed at least 60% of his passes in every game, except for IU’s loss to Ohio State, where he was 8-of-18 for 68 yards.

Kurtis Rourke Age, Height, Weight

  • Age: 24
  • Year: Redshirt senior
  • Height: 6-5
  • Weight: 223 pounds

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Kurtis Rourke NFL Draft Profile

Rourke is considered a 4th round prospect, ranging from 7th to 11th best among QBs eligible for the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL Draft Buzz: “Indiana’s 2024 season has forced scouts to re-evaluate their initial assessments as Rourke’s precise ball placement and command of the offense has translated seamlessly to Power Five competition.”

Bleacher Report: “Kurtis Rourke is a pure pocket passer who thrives on timing and accuracy inside clean pockets. He offers a solid floor as a playmaker. As an older prospect, he doesn’t have much developmental upside to bank on. He projects as a high-quality backup QB with startup upside in the right situation.”

33rd team: “Rourke’s arm strength doesn’t look troublesome. His size and clean throwing mechanics allow him to deliver a zip ball effortlessly, whereas other prospects might have to step into throws and force velocity into them.”

Kurtis Rourke’s strengths

(according to scouting reports cited above)

  • Good speed when throwing
  • Good placement on back-shoulder throw
  • Good pocket for making subtle movements to avoid pressure while still keeping his eyes down

Kurtis Rourke’s Weaknesses

(according to scouting reports cited above)

  • Lack of mobility
  • Hasn’t done unscripted acting when he evades a rush
  • While arm strength is adequate, deep throws lose steam, allowing defenders to catch up

Where did Kurtis Rourke go to college?

Rourke played five seasons at Ohio in the Mid-American Conference, three as a starter, compiling 7,651 passing yards and 50 touchdowns. He led the MAC in 2022 with 3,257 passing yards and 25 touchdowns.

He played in 11 of IU’s 12 games in 2024, passing for 2,827 yards, 27 touchdowns and 4 interceptions.

How good is Kurtis Rourke?

Kurtis Rourke finished 9th Heisman Trophy vote. He was a finalist for the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, a semifinalist for the Maxwell and Walter Camp awards and was part of the Davey O’brien Award Class of 2024.

Kurtis Rourke’s wife

The former Caroline Clippard married Rourke on February 17, 2024. She attended Ohio University.