While the primary focus has been on Rocco Becht's decision to remain at Iowa State despite reported interest from Tennessee, it's important to note that the Volunteers' pursuit of quarterbacks in the transfer portal extended to other Big 12 talents as well.

Following the unexpected departure of Nico Iamaleava, Tennessee was indeed actively seeking a quarterback with starting experience. Reports indicate that the Volunteers reached out to several Big 12 quarterbacks, with at least one offer being publicly reported:

• Josh Hoover (TCU): Multiple sources indicate that Tennessee made a significant push for TCU starting quarterback Josh Hoover. It was reported that the offer included a substantial increase in his NIL earnings, potentially exceeding $1 million more than he was making at TCU. However, Hoover reportedly turned down the offer quickly, opting to remain the starter for the Horned Frogs.

While specific reports of Tennessee reaching out to other Big 12 quarterbacks like Rocco Becht (Iowa State), Avery Johnson (Kansas State), or Sam Leavitt (Arizona State) aren't as concretely detailed in the provided search results, the general sentiment suggests that Tennessee was exploring various options within the Big 12.

The reasons for these quarterbacks potentially turning down Tennessee could vary:

• Contentment with Current Program: Players like Becht and Hoover have been highlighted as being happy with their current situations, the coaching staff, and the program culture at Iowa State and TCU, respectively.
• Starting Opportunity: Remaining at their current schools likely guarantees them a starting role, which might be less certain at a program like Tennessee, even with the open quarterback position.
• NIL Compensation: While Tennessee might have offered more NIL money in some cases, the quarterbacks might already be well-compensated at their current institutions. In Hoover's case, it was reported he already earns seven figures in NIL.
• Team Fit and Goals: The quarterbacks might have felt a stronger connection to their current teams and their goals for the upcoming season.

In summary, while Rocco Becht's rumored decision to stay at Iowa State garnered attention, he wasn't the only Big 12 quarterback reportedly on Tennessee's radar. Josh Hoover of TCU publicly turned down a lucrative offer from the Volunteers, highlighting the complex factors that go into a player's decision in the transfer portal, extending beyond just the prestige of an SEC program.

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