Samantha Ponder is an American sports television host and reporter, best known for her work with ESPN. Born on December 11, 1985, in Phoenix, Arizona, she graduated from the University of Phoenix with a degree in journalism. Ponder gained prominence as the host of College GameDay, a popular college football pregame show. In addition to her role on College GameDay, Ponder has covered various sporting events and has contributed to other ESPN programs. She is married to former NFL quarterback Christian Ponder, and they have three children together. Ponder is recognized for her engaging on-screen presence and insightful commentary.