Christian Ponder

Patrick Reusse: Matt Cassel trying the color purple

67 days ago

The majority of Purple zealots - and local sports media - have bought the idea that the unexpected playoff season of 2012 came due to the greatness of Adrian Peterson, and despite Ponder.

Vikings sign Greg Jennings to five-year deal

68 days ago

Harvin reportedly wanted out of Minnesota in part because of Ponder, yet Jennings saw something different when he looked at Ponder from afar.

Vikings agree to terms with WR Greg Jennings

68 days ago

Jennings gives Minnesota the No. 1 receiver third-year quarterback Christian Ponder has desperately needed.

Packers lose out on Steven Jackson to Falcons

69 days ago

The Vikings ranked 31st in passing last season under Ponder, although a good deal of that can be attributed to the fact running back Adrian Peterson rushed 348 times for 2,097 yards.

Chiefs release quarterback Cassel

69 days ago

He has reportedly agreed to terms of a new contract with Minnesota, where he could compete for the starting spot with the incumbent, Christian Ponder.

Vikings sign former Chiefs QB Matt Cassel, negotiating with ex-Packers' Greg...

69 days ago

Vikings coach Leslie Frazier was clear about the dynamic last month at the NFL combine, endorsing Ponder as his undisputed starter while putting out the team's "Help Wanted" ad for a backup.

Vikings land QB Cassel, talk with WR Jennings

69 days ago

Ponder said in an interview this week he doesn't think it's paramount to add more experience but acknowledged he wouldn't mind throwing to a polished, versatile wide receiver like Jennings.

Vikings add Cassel as backup to Ponder

70 days ago

However, the veteran should prove to be a significant upgrade from Joe Webb, who flamed out as an injury replacement for Ponder in the team's playoff game at Green Bay last season.

Packers free agent WR Jennings visiting Vikings

70 days ago

By waiting during the initial wave, the Vikings ought to get a lower price for Jennings if he's willing to come to a team with a still-developing quarterback in Ponder.

Extra Points: Seahawks get playmaker, headache in Harvin

73 days ago

Sure it was a severe ankle sprain, but in reality the Vikings were trying to keep Harvin away from shell-shocked second-year quarterback Christian Ponder.

Vikings stand behind Ponder, but look for backup

87 days ago

Just so long as it's perfectly clear to everyone that Ponder is the starter heading into 2013.

APNewsBreak: Vikings, Frazier agree on extension

98 days ago

Ponder started to play better in December, Peterson topped 2,000 yards to run away with the MVP award and the Vikings surprised everyone by squeaking in as the sixth seed in the NFC.

Packers take advantage of Vikings' quarterback issues to advance in playoffs

106 days ago

General manager Ted Thompson said the Packers had no inclination whatsoever that Ponder wouldn't play until "we started hearing things in the afternoon.

49ers' Kaepernick outruns expectations

113 days ago

"Here are the passer ratings for those quarterbacks in college: Newton (122.4), Mallett (100.5), Kaepernick (97.3), Dalton (94.6), Stanzi (92.1), Gabbert (89.5), Ponder (87.2) and Locker (77.5).

Mark Craig: Niners have a lesson for Vikings

114 days ago

There's no doubt Kaepernick is more physically gifted than Ponder or, for that matter, the five other quarterbacks selected ahead of Kaepernick in the 2011 draft.

Barrel racer on a roll, atop world title race

128 days ago

She lived in Ponder at the time and was only 13 when she earned her first NFR back number.

Ponder: 'I wanted to be out there'

135 days ago

It all led up to a strange plot twist Saturday evening at Lambeau Field when Ponder was declared inactive for a first-round NFC playoff game against the Packers.

Jim Souhan: Vikings' next step rides on Ponder's arm

136 days ago

When Ponder rallied, playing the best football of his career, the Vikings surged to the finish line, beating the Bears, Rams, Texans and Packers to qualify for the playoffs.

Extra Points: Vikings' staff didn't help Webb

137 days ago

The Vikings only hope on Saturday was to take advantage of Webb's unique gifts but after the first possession, Musgrave called the same game he would have if Ponder was under center.

Packers top Vikings to earn date with 49ers; Minnesota forced to play without...

137 days ago

But the wild-card round game between the Vikings and Packers wasn't about the difference between Ponder and Webb.It was about the difference between Aaron Rodgers and Webb.

Packers defeat Vikings to earn date with 49ers; Minnesota forced to play without...

137 days ago

But the wild-card round game between the Vikings and Packers wasn't about the difference between Ponder and Webb.It was about the difference between Aaron Rodgers and Webb.

Analysis: Packers contain Peterson, defeat the Ponder-less Vikings

137 days ago

So when Ponder, who had thrown for three touchdowns against them the previous week, was ruled out with an elbow injury, it didn't change a whole lot.

This time, Vikings' Peterson doesn't hurt the Packers

137 days ago

"A week earlier, Peterson and quarterback Christian Ponder worked perfectly in tandem to upset the Packers 37-34 at the Metrodome and make the playoffs.