- Before he was slinging touchdowns, Sam was dishing out no-look assists on the hardwood. A two-time basketball MVP in high school, his coach once said he was the only guy who could grab a rebound and launch a 70-foot pass like it was nothing. QB1 energy from the start.
- During his USC days, Sam hosted a podcast with teammates and once said his dream guest would be Will Ferrell. Honestly? We need this reunion episode ASAP! Bonus points if it’s hosted on the golf course.
- Sam’s grandfather was literally the Marlboro Man, Richard “Dick” Hammer. A USC legend, Olympic volleyball player, firefighter, and rugged TV personality. Yes, Sam comes from a line of elite athletes AND icons.
- Sam once beat Daniel Jones at cornhole (petition for a televised rematch please). And when he’s not on the field? You might catch him golfing, pranking teammates, or draining threes with Klay Thompson. Just QB things.
- He didn’t even start high school as a quarterback! Sam originally played linebacker and wide receiver before stepping in as an emergency QB. One clutch TD and a game-winning two-point conversion later, and the rest is history!