July 13, 2026, 5:25 p.m. ET
Summer is here, and it is everyone’s favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Bucs fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Tampa Bay.
Are we going to write about quarterbacks? Offensive tackles? Edge rushers? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans.
So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.
FilmNeed a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!Background InfoListed at 6-2/198 lbs. 3-Star prospect according to 247 SportsTransferred from TCU to IndianaDistrict 10-6A Offensive Most Valuable Player as a junior in high schoolPlayed baseball in high schoolDad played linebacker in the NFLNotable career stats heading into 202631 Starts1,183 Pass attempts9,629 Passing yards8.1 Yards per attemptNotable numbers from PFF heading into 20263.8 Turnover worthy play rateAverage depth of target is 8.6 yards73.9% Adjusted completion percentageStrengthsGood arm strength Smooth release and gets the ball out quickly Excellent awareness and pocket presence Can be a playmaker with his legs to extend it and avoid pressureCan throw his receivers open Player Summary
Josh Hoover is going to be really interesting to see unfold and develop further at Indiana. Fernando Mendoza was more polished than Hoover is right now heading to Bloomington, and the rise won’t be the same, but round one is there. His arm strength will do a lot of the heavy lifting for the Hoosiers, and the offensive line will be the best he has ever had. All of that should allow him to flash his arm talent and ability to make throws to every level while playing against tough defenses.