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49ers Select Resilient QB Kurtis Rourke in NFL Draft

4/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Kurtis Rourke, Indiana's resilient quarterback, was chosen by the San Francisco 49ers in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Despite battling a torn ACL, the Canadian star led his team to a College Football Playoff berth, racking up 3,042 yards and 29 touchdowns in 2024. Now, he sets his sights on growing as a backup quarterback.

History

Historical Context

Kurtis Rourke’s selection by the 49ers as Mr. Irrelevant in the 2025 NFL Draft echoes the journey of Brock Purdy, who transformed from the last pick in 2022 to a playoff star. Historically, Mr. Irrelevant players have defied odds, with notable successes like Ryan Succop and Marty Moore.

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Story summary

Kurtis Rourke, Indiana's resilient quarterback, was chosen by the San Francisco 49ers in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Despite battling a torn ACL, the Canadian star led his team to a College Football Playoff berth, racking up 3,042 yards and 29 touchdowns in 2024. Now, he sets his sights on growing as a backup quarterback.

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