History of Sam Hartman in Timeline

Samuel Hartman is an American football quarterback for the Washington Commanders. He played college football at Wake Forest for five seasons, setting passing records, before transferring to Notre Dame for his final year. Despite his collegiate success, Hartman went undrafted in 2024 and signed with the Commanders as a free agent.

July 29, 1999: Sam Hartman is Born

Sam Hartman was born on July 29, 1999.

2018: Hartman's Senior Year of High School

In 2018, Sam Hartman played his senior season of high school football at Oceanside Collegiate Academy in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, throwing for 3,093 yards and 29 touchdowns while also scoring 9 rushing touchdowns.

2019: Hartman's Sophomore Season at Wake Forest

Sam Hartman was a backup quarterback for Wake Forest in 2019, preserving a redshirt year by appearing in only 4 games.

2020: Hartman Starts for Wake Forest

In 2020, Sam Hartman regained his starting quarterback position at Wake Forest, leading the Demon Deacons to a 4-5 record and throwing for 2,224 yards on the year.

2021: Hartman Leads Wake Forest to 8-0 Start

In 2021, Sam Hartman lead Wake Forest to the best start in school history, beginning the year with an 8-0 record and ultimately finishing the season with a 11-3 record and an appearance in the ACC Championship game.

2022: Hartman's Final Season at Wake Forest

Sam Hartman played his final season at Wake Forest in 2022, earning 2nd Team All-ACC Honors while throwing for 3,701 yards and 38 touchdowns. Hartman also won the Brian Piccolo Award for the most courageous player in the ACC in 2022.