OVERVIEW
Hogan was rated as the nation's No. 13 quarterback prospect coming out of McLean, Va., where he also lettered in basketball at Gonzaga College in Washington D.C.
Hogan's grandfather, James M. O'Brien, played football at Navy, while two cousins played at Notre Dame and a cousing played for Arizona, so football certainly runs in the family bloodlines.
After redshirting in 2011 behing Andrew Luck, he took over the starting job for good on the third series against Colorado in 2012, leading the offense to scores on six consecutive drives. Hogan finished his redshirt sophomore season as an honorable mention All-Pac-12 pick while leading the Cardinal to five victories as a starter.
He entered 2012 on the Maxwell Award list. (9/17/13)
ANALYSIS
Strengths: Operates in a pro-style offense that will translate well to the NFL, and has excellent height for the position. Adept at throwing from the pocket or on the move, and can escape the pass rush to create extra time with his mobility. Does a very good job of using the talent around him to push the ball downfield. He is a big athlete with a big arm and the coaches have raved about his football acumen and strong practice habits.
Weaknesses: Struggles with accuracy on deep passes. Lacks great mobility that is increasingly valued in the NFL.
