Christian Ponder
Born: February 25, 1988 (age 37)
Height: 6' 2" (188cm)
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Nationality: 
American
AmericanTeam: Minnesota Vikings (no. 7)
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Sports Mole has 90 articles about Christian Ponder. Articles 1 to 40:
Denver Broncos sign QB Christian Ponder
Denver Broncos sign Christian Ponder as quarterback cover for the injured Peyton Manning.
9 years ago
Pre-season roundup: Denver Broncos defeat Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field
Sports Mole rounds up all the action from Friday's pre-season games from the NFL.
10 years ago
Derek Carr won't need surgery
Oakland Raiders star Derek Carr expects to avoid surgery on his injured finger.
10 years ago
Oakland Raiders release quarterback Matt Schaub
Veteran quarterback Matt Schaub is cut by the Oakland Raiders after just one season at the club following the signing of Christian Ponder.
10 years ago
Teddy Bridgewater will return against Detroit Lions
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater insists that he will be ready to return from his ankle injury in week six.
11 years ago
Aaron Rodgers inspires Green Bay Packers to win over Minnesota Vikings
Aaron Rodgers leads the Green Bay Packers to an emphatic 42-10 victory over the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field.
11 years ago
Half-Time Report: Green Bay punishing below-par Vikings
Green Bay Packers dominate the first half at Lambeau Field to earn a 28-0 lead over the Minnesota Vikings.
11 years ago
Christian Ponder: 'I'm not auditioning for other teams'
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder says that his only aim is to secure a place on the team's roster, amid talk that he is to be traded away.
11 years ago
Matt Cassel: 'Experience was vital'
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Matt Cassel admits that it is gratifying to be named as the club's starter for the 2014 season after battling to win the job in training camp.
11 years ago
Minnesota Vikings announce Matt Cassel as starter
Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer announces that Matt Cassel is his side's starting quarterback for the 2014 season, beating Teddy Bridgewater for the job.
11 years ago
Christian Ponder 'improving' despite lack of game time at Minnesota Vikings
Quarterback Christian Ponder reveals that he is improving despite not getting much game time for the Minnesota Vikings.
11 years ago
Teddy Bridgewater only focused on training camp
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater admits that he wants to do his talking on the field as he faces a three-way battle to win the starter's job at the club.
11 years ago
Norv Turner impressed with Teddy Bridgewater
Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Norv Turner reveals that he was impressed with what he saw from rookie quarterback Teddy Bridgewater in his side's off-season activities.
11 years ago
Christian Ponder: 'Matt Cassel is our starting quarterback'
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder reveals that he could be the odd man out for his side at the quarterback position when the season starts in September.
11 years ago
Teddy Bridgewater would accept backup role with Minnesota Vikings
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater admits that he would accept starting the 2014 NFL season as the team's backup quarterback.
11 years ago
New York Giants release Josh Freeman
The New York Giants release quarterback Josh Freeman just six weeks after signing him following Eli Manning's return to full practice.
11 years ago
Teddy Bridgewater signs Minnesota Vikings contract
The Minnesota Vikings announce that 32nd overall Draft pick Teddy Bridgewater has signed a four-year contract with the team.
11 years ago
Rick Spielman rules out Christian Ponder trade
Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman rules out the possibility of trading Christian Ponder despite being expected to choose a quarterback in this year's Draft.
11 years ago
Chris Doleman: 'Minnesota Vikings must make right choice in Draft'
Former Minnesota Vikings player Chris Doleman hopes that his old side make the right choice with their first-round Draft pick this year.
11 years ago
New York Giants sign quarterback Josh Freeman
Ex-Minnesota Vikings quarterback Josh Freeman signs for the New York Giants, to play backup to Eli Manning.
11 years ago
Adrian Peterson: 'Minnesota Vikings should sign Michael Vick'
Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson believes that his side should look to acquire quarterback Michael Vick in free agency.
11 years ago
End of season review: Minnesota Vikings
Sports Mole takes a look back at a turbulent season for the Minnesota Vikings that saw them finish bottom of the NFC North.
11 years ago
Rick Spielman: 'Minnesota Vikings plan to keep Christian Ponder'
Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman says that quarterback Christian Ponder will remain with the team for the 2014 NFL season.
11 years ago
Report: Matt Cassel opting out of Minnesota Vikings contract
A report suggests that Minnesota Vikings quarterback Matt Cassel is likely to exercise his option to leave the team over the coming days.
11 years ago
Minnesota Vikings fire Leslie Frazier
The Minnesota Vikings announce that they have fired Leslie Frazier after three-and-a-half-years at the club due to their 5-10-1 record in the 2013 season.
11 years ago
Leslie Frazier: 'Too early to name this week's starter'
Minnesota Vikings head coach Leslie Frazier admits that it is too early in the week to know if Christian Ponder will be fit enough to play on Sunday.
11 years ago
Blair Walsh kick earns Minnesota Vikings overtime win
The Minnesota Vikings secure their third win of the season as Blair Walsh kicks an overtime field goal to help them beat the Chicago Bears.
11 years ago
Half-Time Report: Minnesota Vikings edge Chicago Bears at the break
The Minnesota Vikings lead by one point thanks to a touchdown run from Cordarrelle Patterson in their NFL clash with the Chicago Bears.
11 years ago
Green Bay Packers salvage tie with fourth-quarter comeback
Green Bay Packers score 16 points in the fourth quarter to claim a tie against the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL.
11 years ago
Half-Time Report: Minnesota Vikings up by six at the half
Minnesota Vikings lead the Green Bay Packers in their NFL clash at Lambeau Field.
11 years ago
Leslie Frazier confirms Christian Ponder will start for Minnesota Vikings
Leslie Frazier feels that Christian Ponder gives the Minnesota Vikings the "best chance of winning" this weekend's clash with the Green Bay Packers.
11 years ago
Eric Dickerson: 'Adrian Peterson needs a quarterback'
Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson sympathises with Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson and believes that he needs a better quarterback to reach his full potential.
11 years ago
Seattle Seahawks retain 100% home record
Marshawn Lynch scores three touchdowns as the Seattle Seahawks improve to 10-1 with a 41-20 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
11 years ago
Half-Time Report: Seattle Seahawks in control at CenturyLink Field
Seattle Seahawks lead the Minnesota Vikings 24-13 at half time at CenturyLink Field.
11 years ago
Christian Ponder: "I'll be ready to go"
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder believes that he will be ready to play against the Seattle Seahawks.
11 years ago
Josh Freeman: "I'm making a lot of progress"
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Josh Freeman believes that he has made a lot of progress since making his debut for the team.
11 years ago
Report: Christian Ponder shoulder injury is minor
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder will reportedly be able to play next weekend despite dislocating his shoulder on Thursday.
11 years ago
Christian Ponder dislocates shoulder in Minnesota Vikings win
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder dislocates his shoulder during the team's 34-27 win over the Washington Redskins.
11 years ago
Minnesota Vikings finish strongly to go 2-7
Minnesota Vikings go 2-7 in the NFC North division by beating Washington Redskins 34-27 at Mall of America Field.
11 years ago
Half-Time Report: Washington Redskins lead Minnesota Vikings at the break
The Washington Redskins lead the Minnesota Vikings by 14 points in their NFL clash as Robert Griffin III throws three touchdown passes in the first half.
11 years ago
