Draft day saw Kurtis Rourke, a former standout quarterback from Indiana, find a new home with the San Francisco 49ers as the 227th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Rourke's journey has been challenging, having recovered from a torn ACL, which likely affected his draft stock. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan remarked that Rourke would have been selected much earlier had he been fully healthy. Despite his injuries, the team is excited about his potential, citing his impressive film and performance metrics from his time at Indiana, including leading the nation in passing efficiency and setting a new record for passing touchdowns.

Rourke's accolades also include being named the MAC's Offensive Player of the Year during his stint at Ohio. 49ers' general manager John Lynch expressed confidence in Rourke's abilities, emphasizing the importance of having depth at the quarterback position. Given Rourke's talent and the 49ers' history of developing quarterbacks, he could be a dark horse for fantasy leagues if he achieves a full recovery and takes the field consistently in the upcoming season.