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sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Ravens See 'Force Multiplier' Potential in Diego Pavia as UDFA Eyes QB3 Shot

Baltimore signed Diego Pavia to a three-year undrafted free agent deal after a standout Vanderbilt season that made him a Heisman finalist; Ravens coach Jesse Minter called him a "force multiplier" who can elevate teammates, but he faces an uphill battle to win a roster spot behind Lamar Jackson with Tyler Huntley and Joe Faganano, as the organization plans to give him a clean slate to prove his on-field potential and maturity this summer.

via Sports Illustrated|

#baltimore-ravens #diego-pavia #heisman-finalist

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Ravens sign Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia as UDFA with a clean slate

The Baltimore Ravens added former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia as an undrafted free agent and will give him a chance to compete for the third QB spot behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley. Ravens coach Jesse Minter praised Pavia as a “force multiplier” at Vanderbilt, noting he improved teammates and will enter with a clean slate. Pavia, a four-year starter across two programs, finished his college career with 10,255 passing yards and 88 TDs (27 INTs) and 3,098 rushing yards with 31 rushing TDs over 53 games.

via NBC Sports|

#baltimore-ravens #diego-pavia #jesse-minter

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Ravens Add Undrafted QB Diego Pavia as Developmental Backup

Baltimore signed undrafted quarterback Diego Pavia to a three-year UDFA deal. The Vanderbilt/New Mexico State product ranked SEC Offensive Player of the Year in 2025 with a 70.6% completion rate, 29 TDs and 9.4 yards per attempt, plus notable rushing ability, but his 5'9" height raises NFL concerns. He’ll compete for a developmental backup role behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley.

via ProFootballRumors.com|

#baltimore-ravens #diego-pavia #heisman

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Skip Bayless Backs Diego Pavia After Draft Night Fallout

Undrafted Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia drew public support from Skip Bayless, who argued he deserved more than a Ravens rookie minicamp invitation after a stellar college run (10-2 regular season, Heisman runner-up). NFL scouts flagged his 5-foot-10 frame and mechanics, plus off-field swagger, as potential issues, but Pavia will try to prove himself at Baltimore’s rookie camp.

via Sports Illustrated|

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sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Undrafted Pavia Draws NFL Interest as Ravens Invite Sparks Camp Buzz

Undrafted Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia received a rookie minicamp invite from the Baltimore Ravens, with reports that other NFL teams are planning to bring him in if Baltimore doesn’t sign him. While Pavia posted strong college numbers and was a Heisman finalist, scouts cite his 5'10" frame, limited arm strength, off-schedule tendencies and questions about maturity as factors in his slip, leaving his NFL future uncertain but potentially salvageable if he impresses in camp.

via Bleacher Report|

#diego-pavia #nfl #ravens-minicamp

sports1 month ago•14 min saved

Bayless: Pavia deserved better than a Ravens minicamp

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a 2026 Heisman finalist who went undrafted, drew attention after taking a rookie minicamp with the Ravens. Vanderbilt alum Skip Bayless weighed in, arguing Pavia deserved more than a minicamp and highlighting his standout 10-2 regular season, a 6-2 SEC record, and notable wins (including over Alabama) as evidence that NFL teams may have undervalued his production versus projection. The piece frames Pavia’s path as a reminder that production in college doesn’t always translate to draft status, leaving his pro hopes still alive through opportunities like the minicamp.

via The Big Lead|

#college-football #diego-pavia #nfl-draft

around-the-nfl1 month ago•9 min saved

Diego Pavia's Uncertain Path: Ravens Camp Invite Signals NFL or CFL Route

Undrafted Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a former Heisman finalist, is headed to Baltimore Ravens rookie camp and has CFL interest via Winnipeg's negotiation list. The 5-foot-10, 207-pound dual-threat flashed big college production (3,539 passing yards on 70.6% with 29 TDs vs 8 INTs and 862 rushing yards with 10 rushing TDs in 2025), but size and some mechanical concerns complicate a long NFL transition, making his pro future uncertain in either league.

via NFL.com|

#around-the-nfl #baltimore-ravens #diego-pavia

sports1 month ago•5 min saved

Heisman Fame, NFL Friction: Why Diego Pavia Didn't Get Drafted

Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt’s standout Heisman finalist, went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft due to an undersized frame and a running-based, less NFL-ready skill set, despite a historic college career. The piece argues the lack of NFL opportunities stems from fit and measurables rather than moral failings, noting his potential CFL/UFL path as a more likely outcome while acknowledging his transformative college story and some controversial moments.

via CBS Sports|

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sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Pavia's Draft Dilemma: Could an NFL Agent Have Changed His Fate?

Former Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia entered the NFL draft without an agent, arguing it would avoid fees, but proponents say a skilled agent could have boosted his draft stock or secured a better UDFA deal. The piece notes he was the first Heisman finalist to go undrafted since 2014 and highlights the potential value an agent could provide, though an update later shows conflicting claims about whether he had hired an agent.

via NBC Sports|

#agent #diego-pavia #nfl-draft

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Eagles target upside with Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers at 54

The Philadelphia Eagles used the No. 54 pick to draft Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers, a dynamic receiving threat expected to back up Dallas Goedert. He’s praised for pass-catching ability and route-running but flagged for limited inline blocking, meaning he’ll need a clear role and development in two- and three-TE sets to unlock his upside.

via Bleeding Green Nation|

#eli-stowers #nfl #philadelphia-eagles

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Buyuktuncel Transfers to Vanderbilt for Final College Season

Former Nebraska forward Berke Buyuktuncel commits to Vanderbilt via the NCAA Transfer Portal, with one season of eligibility remaining. The 6-foot-10 Turkish forward started all 33 games this season for Nebraska, averaging 6.5 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 24.3 minutes, after previously playing at UCLA and starring for Turkey's senior national team; this marks Vanderbilt's first transfer addition of the offseason as it reloads after a 27-9 season.

via On3|

#berke-buyuktuncel #college-basketball #ncaa-transfer-portal

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Vanderbilt Extends Mark Byington on Long-Term Deal

Vanderbilt announced a long-term contract extension for head coach Mark Byington after a 27-9 season that included a No.5 seed NCAA Tournament berth, a Round of 32 appearance, and an SEC tournament final—his second straight trip to March Madness. The extension follows his success at Vanderbilt’s helm after prior stops at James Madison and Georgia Southern, and comes amid UNC coaching rumors surrounding Byington.

via On3|

#contract-extension #mark-byington #ncaa-tournament

baseball2 months ago•12 min saved

Bulldogs outslug Commodores 17-13 in wild home win

Mississippi State defeated Vanderbilt 17-13 in a high-scoring midweek game at Dudy Noble Field, with MSU hitters tallying four home runs (Reese, Stallman, Woodson, Milewski) and Vanderbilt matching with four homers (Johnstone, Mancini, Rigdon, Waite). Duke Stone earned the win (4-0) and Tyler Baird took the loss (0-1).

via Mississippi State - Official Athletics Website|

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sports2 months ago•6 min saved

Huskers' late-pass propels Nebraska to Sweet 16 after tense Vanderbilt finish

Nebraska stunned Vanderbilt 74-72 after a near-miss half-court shot, with Pryce Sandfort delivering the decisive pass to Braden Frager for the game-winning layup. The Huskers improve to 28-6 and advance to the Sweet 16, with their next opponent coming from a Florida vs. Iowa matchup in Houston.

via Sports Illustrated|

#basketball #ncaa-tournament #nebraska

sports2 months ago•11 min saved

Unselfish Pass Propels Nebraska to Historic Sweet 16

Nebraska’s Pryce Sandfort deferred the potential shot and hit Braden Frager for a go-ahead layup with nine seconds left, as the Huskers edged Vanderbilt 74-72 to reach their first-ever Sweet 16, showcasing the season’s emphasis on space, movement and trust.

via Sports Illustrated|

#ncaa-tournament #nebraska #pryce-sandfort