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49ers' Kurtis Rourke: A sleeper pick with QB2 potential
Kurtis Rourke isn't expected to take the field with his new teammates until he fully recovers from the ACL surgery he underwent in January, an injury he remarkably played through during the 2024 season at Indiana.
Is Quarterback Kurtis Rourke the 49ers' Next Diamond in the Rough?
The 49ers have a decent track record when it comes to drafting quarterbacks in Round 7. That's where they picked Brock Purdy who just became the seventh-highest-paid player in the NFL in terms of annual average contract value.
ESPN reveals why Kurtis Rourke could thrive with the 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers were widely expected to target a quarterback in the later rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft. Still, few anticipated they'd take a chance on one recovering from ACL surgery—especially one who may not be ready to compete for a roster spot during training camp.
The 'No. 4 overall NFL Draft picks since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to be chosen with the fourth-overall pick in each NFL Draft since 2000 can you name in five minutes?
College Football News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / May 11
Former Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke Signs With 49ers; CJ West Still To Ink Deal
One former Hoosier is in the fold for the San Francisco 49ers. One still hasn’t agreed on a contact yet. Former Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke, chosen in the seventh round by the 49ers in April, has signed a four-year deal with San Francisco.
49ers sign 7th-round draft pick Kurtis Rourke to 4-yr, $4.3M rookie deal
The San Francisco 49ers have signed former Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke to his rookie contract. Rourke was selected in the seventh round with the 227th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Greg Cosell: 49ers are ideal fit for rookie QB Kurtis Rourke
NFL analyst Greg Cosell recently evaluated the latest class of rookie quarterbacks from the 2025 NFL Draft, including San Francisco 49ers seventh-round pick Kurtis Rourke out of Indiana.
Is Quarterback Kurtis Rourke Positioned to Succeed with the 49ers?
The last time the 49ers drafted a quarterback in Round 7, they took Brock Purdy. So when they 49ers picked Kurtis Rourke in Round 7 this year, you had to wonder why.
Why the 49ers are Intrigued by Quarterback Kurtis Rourke
The last time the 49ers drafted a quarterback in Round 7, they got Brock Purdy. So when the 49ers drafted Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke in Round 7 this weekend, you had to be intrigued.
College Football News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / April 27
How Do CJ West And Kurtis Rourke Fit Within Indiana’s NFL Draft History?
Lifelong dreams have taken former Indiana Hoosiers CJ West and Kurtis Rourke to San Francisco. Both former Hoosiers were chosen by the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday, West in the fourth round and Rourke in the seventh round.
What the 49ers see in QB Kurtis Rourke, who is recovering from an ACL injury
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke with reporters on Saturday following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Kurtis Rourke discusses ACL injury, joining 49ers' QB room: 'I love the situation'
Kurtis Rourke is the newest addition to the San Francisco 49ers quarterback room, joining Brock Purdy, Mac Jones, and Tanner Mordecai. His selection shouldn't come as a surprise to 49ers fans.
5 things to know about 49ers seventh-round pick QB Kurtis Rourke
The first of three seventh-round selections (pick 227 overall) in the 2025 NFL Draft for the San Francisco 49ers was an interesting one, as it went to quarterback Kurtis Rourke of Indiana University.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26
49ers try their luck with another seventh-round QB in NFL Draft
In San Francisco, Rourke will compete with last year’s undrafted rookie Tanner Mordecai for a QB3 role behind Brock Purdy — famously also a seventh-round pick — and Mac Jones.
College Football News / 49ers Webzone / April 26
49ers select Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke in 7th round of 2025 NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers selected Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke with the 11th pick (No. 227 overall) in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Measurements: Rourke is 6-foot-4 and 220 pounds.
Indianapolis Colts Should Consider Maxwell Award Semifinalist in 2025 NFL Draft
The Indianapolis Colts have three quarterbacks: Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones, and Jason Bean. But it wouldn’t hurt to add another signal-caller to the roster.
Colts Named as Local Star's 'Best Fit' in Draft
A lot of big things turned for Indiana University Football in 2024. The season prior, they finished with a 3-9 record, including 1-8 in Big Ten play. The Hoosiers hit the reset button, hiring new head coach Curt Cignetti, who brought in several key players from the transfer portal, including quarterback Kurtis Rourke out of Ohio University.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 9
NFL Analyst believes the Lions should be drafting this quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft, we suggest a better one
The 2025 NFL Draft is two weeks away, and the takes are flying in every direction. Most analysts will agree on certain positions for the Lions early in the draft, such as edge rusher and guard.
Kurtis Rourke 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Indiana Hoosiers QB
Height: 6040 (verified) Weight: 220lbs (verified) Year: Sixth-Year Senior Pro Comparison: Aidan O’Connell Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Kurtis Rourke is a traditional pocket passer who wins by surveying the field and attacking opposing defenses with his arm.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / March 4
The Story Kurtis Rourke Wants To Convey To NFL Is A Tale Of Toughness
Indiana had its NFL Pro Day on Tuesday at Memorial Stadium and Mellencamp Pavilion. Quarterback Kurtis Rourke was always going to be one of the former Hoosiers to get the highest level of interest given his career accomplishments and success in leading Indiana to the College Football Playoff in 2024.
Star Big Ten QB played through torn ACL
Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke led the Hoosiers to the College Football Playoff in 2024 while playing through one of the most severe injuries one could have.
Shocking news revealed about Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke's health during 2024 season
Indiana's 2024 season may have come to a close at the hands of No. 7 seed Notre Dame, 27-17, in the College Football Playoff first round. Given what was revealed about QB Kurtis Rourke on Friday, it is amazing the Hoosiers even got to that point.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 2
Big Ten Makes Kurtis Rourke Announcement After Dominant Week 14 Win
The No. 10 Indiana Hoosiers made a statement in their regular-season finale on Saturday, defeating the Purdue Boilermakers 66-0, just a week after a tough loss to the No.
College Football News / Field Level Media / November 30
Kurtis Rourke, No. 10 Indiana shred hapless Purdue
Kurtis Rourke threw for 349 yards and six touchdowns Saturday night as No. 10 Indiana appears headed for an unlikely spot in the College Football Playoff with a 66-0 Big Ten Conference rout of visiting Purdue in Bloomington, Ind.
College Football News / Yardbarker / November 19
Ohio State-Indiana result could come down to this unit
No other team has faced the gauntlet of tests No. 2 Ohio State has this season. On Saturday at home, the Buckeyes will face their third top-five opponent, taking on unbeaten Indiana (10-0) in possibly the biggest football game in Hoosiers history.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / November 9
What Quarterback Kurtis Rourke Said After Indiana's 20-15 Win Over Michigan
No. 8 Indiana secured the first 10-win season in program history Saturday night at Memorial Stadium with a 20-15 win over Michigan. Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke completed 17 of 28 passes for 206 yards, two touchdowns and an interceptions.
Potential return date revealed for No. 13 Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke
While Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke injured his thumb during the team's blowout win over Nebraska on Saturday, the injury does not appear to be as severe as initially expected, per ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Report reveals possible return timeline for Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke
Rourke suffered a thumb injury in the Hoosiers’ 56-7 win over Nebraska on Saturday.
College Football News / Field Level Media / October 22
Report: Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke has thumb surgery
Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke underwent surgery on his right thumb Monday and could return sooner than previously expected, ESPN reported Tuesday. The 13th-ranked and unbeaten Hoosiers (7-0, 4-0 Big Ten) announced that Rourke was out "indefinitely" after he sustained the injury in Saturday's 56-7 rout of Nebraska.
College Football News / Field Level Media / October 20
Reports: Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke (thumb) expected to miss Washington game
A thumb injury is expected to keep Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke on the sidelines next weekend when the Hooisers host Washington in a Big Ten game, multiple outlets reported Sunday.
Trio of talented newcomers has Indiana football off to historic start
Typically known as a basketball school, Indiana's football program is in the middle of a magical season. The Hoosers are off to a 6-0 start for the first time in 57 years.
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