AUGUST 12 • THEPROVINCE.COM
NATHAN ROURKE
B.C. QB Nathan Rourke released by Atlanta Falcons just 10 days after signing with them The B.C.-born quarterback joined the Falcons on Aug. 1, less than a week after he was cut by the New York Giants. Now, they've cut him, too.
B.C. Lions expect Nathan Rourke to continue pursuing NFL spot after being waived by New York Giants Rourke is now on the NFL waiver wire for 24 hours
AUGUST 12 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Let go by Atlanta The Falcons cut Rourke on Sunday.
Impact Rourke joined the Falcons on Aug. 1 after being waived by the Giants four days prior. He was brought in to compete with Tyler Heinicke for the No. 3 quarterback job, but Rourke struggled in Atlanta's 20-13 preseason loss to Miami, completing just three of 13 passes for 37 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions, though he did add 24 rushing yards on two carries. Should he clear waivers, Rourke will look for an opportunity to catch on with a team in need of an emergency quarterback.
AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE
Nathan Rourke shows off dual threat ability with 21-yard scramble Atlanta Falcons quarterback Nathan Rourke shows off dual threat ability with a 21-yard scramble.
AUGUST 10 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Catches on with Atlanta The Falcons signed Rourke to a contract Thursday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
Impact After being let go by the Giants on Sunday, Rourke managed to catch on with the Falcons, who released John Paddock in a corresponding move. Rourke will use training camp as an opportunity to compete against Taylor Heinicke for the emergency quarterback role behind presumptive starter Kirk Cousins and 2024 eighth-overall pick Michael Penix.
AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE
New York Giants waive B.C. quarterback Nathan Rourke Rourke, from Victoria, originally signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars following two seasons with the CFL's B.C. Lions
JULY 28 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Nathan Rourke waived by New York Giants, but likely won't stop chasing NFL job B.C. keeps in contact with Rourke, but co-GM Neil McEvoy also points out they're pleased with the play of quarterback Vernon Adams, Jr.,
JULY 28 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Cut by Giants The Giants waived Rourke on Sunday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Impact Rourke was the odd-man out of the backup quarterback competition between Drew Lock and Tommy DeVito. Should he clear waivers, Rourke will be in the market for a team looking to add an emergency quarterback to their practice squad.
JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE
'I do belong in this league': Former Lions QB Nathan Rourke went from budding star in NFL — to not Part 2 of our exclusive interview: Rourke went to the limit to pursue his NFL dream. What happens next is still in flux
MAY 9 • THEPROVINCE.COM
B.C. quarterback Nathan Rourke to be waived by New England Patriots: Report It appears B.C. quarterback Nathan Rourke's time with the New England Patriots is over. Could he be on his way back to the CFL? Read more.
MAY 7 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Patriots release QB Nathan Rourke The New England Patriots announced today that they have released QB Nathan Rourke.
MAY 6 • PATRIOTS.COM
'I do belong in this league': Former Lions QB Nathan Rourke went from budding star in NFL — to not Part 2 of our exclusive interview: Rourke went to the limit to pursue his NFL dream. What happens next is still in flux
MAY 6 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Report: Pats waive Nathan Rourke, down to four QBs The New England Patriots are waiving Nathan Rourke and trimming the number of quarterbacks on their roster to four, ESPN reported Monday.The...
MAY 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
New England Patriots' draft of quarterback adds more competition for Nathan Rourke The Patriots selected University of North Carolina pivot Drake Maye with the No. 3 overall choice in Thursday's NFL Draft.
APRIL 26 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Lean on me: The intertwined football journeys of brothers Nathan and Kurtis Rourke Maybe, if the stars and opportunities align, the Rourke bros. could be the next Peyton and Eli Manning. But there's a long road to get there
MARCH 18 • THEPROVINCE.COM
QB3? Patriots Re-Sign Former CFL Quarterback The New England Patriots have re-signed quarterback Nathan Rourke, who is expected to compete for a reserve spot on their roster for the upc...
MARCH 2 • KANSASCITY.COM
Patriots Re-Sign Ex-Jaguars QB Nathan Rourke The Jaguars are still looking for a No. 3 quarterback.
MARCH 2 • SACBEE.COM
Duval dreams and offensive schemes: A year in the life of NFL rookie Nathan Rourke He took NFL dreams over CFL stardom, and Rourke has no regrets over his choice — even after a grind of a year in the NFL machine.
JANUARY 27 • THEPROVINCE.COM
What's next for Nathan Rourke? Former B.C. Lions QB stays on bench for Patriots finale Former B.C. Lions QB ends season on bench, as New England went the distance with Bailey Zappe, who was ineffective in a 17-3 loss to the Jet...
JANUARY 8 • THEPROVINCE.COM
Nathan Rourke 12/21: "Trying to learn the system" Patriots quarterback Nathan Rourke addresses the media on Thursday, December 21, 2023.
DECEMBER 21, 2023 • PATRIOTS.COM
Waived Saturday Rourke was waived by the Jaguars on Saturday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Impact Rourke signed to Jacksonville's active roster prior to the Week 14 matchup with the Browns in order to serve as an emergency option under center behind Trevor Lawrence (ankle) and C.J. Beathard. Assuming he clears waivers, the signal caller will presumably land back with the team's practice squad.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back with Jacksonville The Jaguars signed Rourke to their practice squad Tuesday.
Impact Rourke was elevated to Jacksonville's active roster to be the team's emergency quarterback for Thursday night's contest, but he was waived the following Saturday. The 25-year-old has since cleared waivers, and he's now back with the Jaguars' practice squad.
OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Roster Moves: Jaguars Waive QB Nathan Rourke Jacksonville Jaguars News: The official source of the latest Jaguars news, editorials, stats, media and more.
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • JAGUARS.COM
Jaguars Waive Nathan Rourke The team can be expected to add him back to the practice squad if he clears waivers.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM
Dropped by Jacksonville Rourke was waived by the Jaguars on Saturday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Rourke was elevated from Jacksonville's practice squad to the active roster ahead of Thursday night's game against the Saints, and he served as the team's emergency quarterback. The Ohio product has since been waived and could very well end up on the Jaguars' practice squad if he clears waivers.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
