He previously played for the Wests Tigers in the NRL as a winger Born in Brisbane, Queensland, Hoffman played his junior rugby league for the Wynnum Manly Seagulls and attended Alexandra Hills State High School.

[2] In 2018, Hoffman played for Wynnum Manly's Mal Meninga Cup side and later that season moved up to the Hastings Deering Colts.

In June 2019, he represented the Queensland under-18 team before being signed by the Wests Tigers on a three-year deal.

[4] In September 2019, he started at centre in Wynnum Manly's Colts Grand Final loss to the Sunshine Coast Falcons.

[7] On 2 August, Canterbury Bulldogs General Manager of Football Phil Gould confirmed the retirement of Hoffman, who made no appearances for the club's top grade during his two-year tenure.