Curtis modkins on possibility christian ponder can pass blaine gabbert to become teams no. Ponder, who was released by the raiders on friday, is a former firstround pick. David ponder and his beloved wife christine ponder. Mar 31, 2011 kc joyner analyzes former washington huskies qb jake locker and explains why scouts have him currently overrated. Christian ponder is a really talented guy but i never felt like he had the toughness to make it as an nfl qb. Christian ponder san francisco 49ers national football.
Sports reporter samantha ponder talks about her relationship with former vikings. Gabbert and ponder, both of whom were firstrounders, have never lived up to their respective draft choices. Christian ponder american football database fandom. Christian ponder could begin the 2016 nfl season as the san francisco 49ers, according to 49ers beat writer matt barrows. Selected by the minnesota vikings in the 1st round 12th overall of the 2011 nfl draft 2011 rnd 1 12, min. Please do not post inappropriate comments, this is a friendly forum for fans. He played for the minnesota vikings, denver broncos and san francisco 49ers. Ponder, who was released by the raiders on friday, is. Nfl quarterback christian ponder, wife make grieving.
They didnt know it at the time, but what the nfl quarterback and his wife did really made a difference for justin robbins and his twodaughters, brianna, 9, and. Christian ponder news, stats, photos florida state seminoles. Christian ponder opened his eyes for the first time into the house of mr. Christian ponder, san francisco, prostyle quarterback. Now in his inspiring memoir, youll discover how god used ben to work in unexpected ways in the lives of his teammates. Ponder, a fifthyear nfl veteran, won a roster spot with the 49ers after being a late arrival in training camp. If jay cutler didnt return to the nfl in order to sign with the dolphins, miami would have considered robert griffin iii and christian ponder, reports peter king of.
He played college football at florida state university and was the seminoles. Christian ponder is quickly becoming a must follow on twitter. If you want an interesting read and like reading this type of book, the book is worth your money. His physical makeup is astonishing, but in terms of qb play, christian ponder is actually the superior talent. Christian ponder whose nfl career has included stints in san francisco, oakland, and most notably, minnesota, where he threw for almost 3,000 yards in. San francisco 49ers quarterback christian ponder breaks loose for a 22yard touchdown. The 2011 nfl draft was the 76th installment of the annual nfl draft, where the franchises of the national football league select newly eligible football players. Christian ponder career game log profootballreference. Having just turned 25, christian ponder is the youngest and least experienced starting quarterback in the nfc north. If leftwich can guide the young quarterback to a successful starting role, he will more than likely garner serious consideration for head. Early in the afternoon, ponder went to twitter with a picture from teammate matt kalils locker showing what was inside kalils medicine cabinet.
Aug 23, 20 sports reporter samantha ponder talks about her relationship with former vikings quarterback christian ponder and its impact on her life and career. Christian ponders relationship with the man upstairs was often tested on sundays. It was a highstakes, rivalry clash against green bay with a playoff berth on the line for the vikings a more meaningful measure of moxie. Christian ponder runs wild for a 22yard touchdown published. Ponder replaced erin andrews on college gameday saturdays at 10 am et on espn, as well. Nov 24, 2015 the broncos have announced that they will work out christian ponder on wednesday. When the minnesota vikings opted to select florida state quarterback christian ponder with the 12th overall pick in the 2011 nfl draft, high expectations were immediately given to. Christian ponder family photos, wife, daughter, father. Sports reporter samantha ponder talks about her relationship with former vikings quarterback christian ponder and its impact on her life and career. Prior to hosting sunday nfl countdown, ponder worked as a reporterhost for espn college football and as a basketball sideline reporter.
After hosting him for a visit, the broncos will sign quarterback christian ponder to a contract, reports ian rapoport of via twitter. Sports personalities sam and christian ponder toss out. As you travel with him from high school to college to the nfl, ben shares the struggles and victories that. Ponder replaced erin andrews on college gameday saturdays at 10 am et on espn, as well as cohost of the saturday 9. Christian ponder and his wife, sam ponder, were enjoying a leisurely day at the mall in minneapolis when they ran into a family, grieving the recent loss of the mother and wife. Christian ponder is a prostyle quarterback from colleyville, tx. Having just turned 25, christian ponder is the youngest and least experienced starting quarterback in. This well known footballer was born on 25 th february in 1988. Follow full coverage of christian ponder during the 2011 nfl draft on. In blaine gabbert, colin kaepernick and christian ponder, the 49ers have three quarterbacks who were high picks in the 2011 draft, yet the 14 club finds itself in an unenviable position under center. The 49ers signed ponder after thad lewis tore his acl in the first preseason game.
Newly signed 49ers quarterback christian ponder met with the media on wednesday to discuss the past two days. By marrying the vikings christian ponder, she also became known as a quarterbacks wife. The eagles are showing interest in quarterback christian ponder, according to nfl network. He played college football at florida state university and. Christian ponder bleacher report latest news, videos and. If you see inappropriate comments, then please report them by clicking the. Discussion forum for christian ponder s antifans minnesota vikings, nfl. Of course, rg3 and ponder were far from the only options on the table for the dolphins, as colin kaepernick, tim tebow, kyle orton, brock osweiler, blaine gabbert, and teddy bridgewater were all at least. When you saw him throwing before a vikings game he would be throwing perfect spirals. Ponder has support in 49ers locker room nbcs bay area. Ponder is a 2nd or 3rd round talent that is more polished but possessing less potential. However, he has the tools to be a successful quarterback in the nfl. Feb 07, 2011 ponder is a 2nd or 3rd round talent that is more polished but possessing less potential. The broncos have placed edge defender kenny anunike on injured reserve, ending his season, in order to clear a spot on the roster for ponder, tweets mike klis of 9news.
Christian andrew ponder born february 25, 1988 is a former american football. With few sure things in the draft and the struggles of blaine gabbert and. Christian ponder family photos, wife, daughter, father, age. He is an american football quarterback plays for the san francisco 49ers of the national football league nfl. It was a quick journey from the checkout stand in phoenix to the practice field at dove valley. Ponder, the 12th overall pick in 2011, signed with the raiders in the offseason after his rookie contract in. The latest stats, facts, news and notes on christian ponder of the san francisco 49ers. Samantha ponder on meeting and marrying christian ponder. But no single development has meant more to minnesotas start to the 2012 season than the jump in overall quality of play the vikings are getting from secondyear quarterback christian ponder.
What must christian ponder do to become an elite nfl qb. In, ponder will earn a base salary of, a signing bonus of, a roster bonus of, a signing bonus of, a restructure bonus of, a workout bonus of and a incentive bonus of, while carrying a cap hit of and a dead cap. Christian ponder signs with broncos to provide qb depth. He started his professional nfl career with minnesota vikings. Oct 05, 2017 christian ponders relationship with the man upstairs was often tested on sundays. Christian ponder bleacher report latest news, videos. Mar 27, 2017 samantha and christian ponder getty images as the new face of espns sunday nfl countdown, samantha ponder is ready to give the show the fresh perspective its been yearning for. Samantha ponder nee steele born december 11, 1985 is an american sportscaster who is currently the host of sunday nfl countdown on espn. Christian ponder bio factage, height, net worth, salary. Its reminiscent of every book or movie about mobsters trying to go legit, only to be. Speaking at the liberty university convocation with wife.
Ponder to come in to the game so i pulled out my iphone and recorded. No one should feel sorry for how vikings fans treated. He was drafted by the minnesota vikings with the 12th overall pick in the 2011 nfl draft and started the majority of games for them from 2011 to 20. It was nice to read a piece about an nfl official and i think he does a good job a representing his career, the good and the bad. Student journalist ben malcomson tried out for the usc football team just to write about the processso he was dumbfounded when his name was added to the roster of the national champions. Could become a starter if given time and decision making improves. Christian ponder father is his biggest supporter who always supports him through every situation. Just hours before kickoff of their thursday night game against the carolina panthers, many of the philadelphia eagles players met at the hotel pool as wide receiver marcus johnson was baptized. Ponder s a fit for a west coast team that would allow him to use his good footwork and proficiency in the short passing game. Christian ponder was painting his house, little out of shape when. Christian ponder contract breakdowns, salary cap figures. Like the 2010 draft, the 2011 draft was held at radio city music hall in new york city, new york, over three days.
That was the last time we saw ponder in game action. Heres the nsfw audio that prompted sam ponder to call out. Christian ponder is one of the most decorated names in the world of football nfl. Join facebook to connect with christian ponder and others you may know.
He also played with the oakland raiders and denver. Christian ponder career stats with the minnesota vikings and san francisco 49ers. See what draftsite and fans have to say about ponder. Christian andrew ponder born february 25, 1988 is a former american football quarterback. Were you concerned at all about dating an nfl quarterback, considering youre in the media. Every week during the season, well send you an email to your inbox with scores, this weeks schedule, top performers, fantasy drops and adds, new debuts and interesting tidbits. Samantha and christian ponder getty images as the new face of espns sunday nfl countdown, samantha ponder is ready to give. What exactly should the 49ers do with christian ponder. Samantha ponder, espn sunday nfl countdown host ben malcolmsons compelling tale of the ups and downs in the life of a young athlete rings so true you wont be able to put it down. Speaking at the liberty university convocation with wife and the host of espns sunday nfl countdown. The broncos have announced that they will work out christian ponder on wednesday. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Espns samantha ponder dishes about life with new nfl.