TCU is actively seeking a new starting quarterback after Josh Hoover transferred to Indiana, the reigning national champions. Hoover's exit follows a regular season in which TCU ended with an 8-4 record, a season that had initially sparked hopes for a strong push toward the Big 12 championship and a possible NFL draft selection.
Before Hoover's announcement, TCU's personnel team had already begun evaluating quarterback prospects, not foreseeing his departure. General manager Ryan Dorchester stated that Hoover was considered a vital player for the upcoming season, and there was no anticipation of him leaving Fort Worth. However, they had started scouting quarterbacks as a backup plan in case he chose to enter the NFL draft.
The Horned Frogs were aiming to find an upperclassman with one year of eligibility remaining, as they regard high school signee Adam Schobel as their long-term quarterback option. Following the confirmation of Hoover's transfer, TCU swiftly signed Jaden Craig, a former zero-star recruit who excelled at Harvard for two seasons.
Dorchester first identified Craig while reviewing footage of a former Harvard receiver. He described Craig as efficient, decisive, and possessing a strong arm. Although Hoover performed well during the season, he did not generate significant NFL draft interest, leading TCU's coaching staff to believe he would stay with the team.
However, head coach Sonny Dykes sensed a shift in Hoover's mindset as the season concluded, suggesting a transfer might be on the horizon. Hoover's departure was officially communicated to Dykes on December 17, shortly after TCU's offensive coordinator accepted a position at South Carolina.
