Ohio Quarterback Kurtis Rourke Announces His Transfer Destination

BOCA RATON, FL – SEPTEMBER 09: Ohio Bobcats quarterback Kurtis Rourke (7) makes a pass attempt in thethird quarter during the game between the Ohio Bobcats and the FAU Owls on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at FAU Stadium, Boca Raton, Fla. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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Ohio quarterback Kurtis Rourke is hanging around the Midwest for his final year of eligibility.

Rourke announced Thursday afternoon that he has committed to Indiana for the 2024 season. The 6-foot-5, 216-pound passer had previously entered the NCAA transfer portal on Dec. 5.

“Very excited to announce that I am committing to Indiana University for my final year of Eligibility! #GoHoosiers,” Rourke tweeted.

Very excited to announce that I am committing to Indiana University for my final year of Eligibility! #GoHoosiers pic.twitter.com/lbeI0JFevx

— Kurtis Rourke (@Kurtis_rourke7) December 14, 2023

This past season, Rourke completed 63.5% of his passes for 2,207 yards, 11 touchdowns and five interceptions. In 2022, he was named MAC Offensive Player of the Year after throwing for 3,257 yards, 25 touchdowns and four interceptions.

In five seasons with the Bobcats, Rourke connected on 66.3% of his attempts for 7,651 yards, 50 touchdowns and 16 interceptions. He also rushed for 828 yards and 11 scores.

Ohio finished 9-3 this season, earning a trip to the Myrtle Beach Bowl against Georgia Southern. Last year, the Bobcats finished 10-4, including a win over Wyoming in the Arizona Bowl.

Indiana is coming off a 3-9 campaign.