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Baltimore signs undrafted Heisman finalist Diego Pavia to a three-year deal ahead of rookie minicamp, giving the former Vanderbilt QB a real chance to compete for a roster spot behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley after a record-setting college career.
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a Heisman finalist who went undrafted after a strong 2025 season (3,539 passing yards, 29 TDs, 862 rushing yards, 10 rushing TDs), was spotted at an Albuquerque strip club on March 8, reportedly tossing cash on stage about six weeks before the draft. Size concerns (5-foot-10) and a controversial post near the Heisman voting contributed to his slide, but ESPN's Adam Schefter said more teams are showing interest and he was invited to the Ravens' rookie minicamp, with other teams likely to follow if Baltimore signs elsewhere.
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a Heisman finalist who went undrafted, has accepted a tryout invitation to the Baltimore Ravens’ rookie minicamp, giving him a chance to crack the NFL roster despite height questions (measured just under 5'10" at the combine). With Lamar Jackson entrenched as the starter, Pavia will need a standout camp to earn a training-camp invite, leveraging a résumé that includes SEC Offensive Player of the Year, a 3,539-yard, 29-TD season, and Vanderbilt’s 10-3 finish, while navigating fallout from past social-media posts and public scrutiny.
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a 2025 Heisman finalist, went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft but received public backing from Deion Sanders on social media, with the Colorado coach urging him to stay strong and prove the doubters wrong after a standout college season.
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, the Heisman runner-up who threw for 3,539 yards and 29 touchdowns while leading Vanderbilt to a 10-win season, went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft after visits from teams such as the Panthers. Despite a banner college résumé (First-Team All-SEC/All-American, SEC Offensive Player of the Year, Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award), concerns about his size and pro translatability persist, and some scouts questioned his upside beyond college success as he eyeing a potential NFL opportunity as a free agent.
Nebraska held off a late Vanderbilt surge to win 74-72 and reach its first Sweet 16, with Rienk Mast steadying the finish and Braden Frager delivering the go-ahead layup as Tanner’s halfcourt try missed, sending a Paycom Center crowd into wild celebration.
Nebraska beat Vanderbilt 74-72 in Oklahoma City as Braden Frager drilled the game-winning layup with 2.1 seconds left; Vanderbilt star Tyler Tanner scored 27 but his final buzzer-beater try rimmed out, ending Vanderbilt's bid for a Sweet 16 return and sending Nebraska on to face the Florida/Iowa winner.
No. 4 seed Nebraska carries momentum from its inaugural NCAA Tournament win over Troy into a second-round matchup with No. 5 Vanderbilt in Oklahoma City, aiming to reach the Sweet 16. The Huskers’ success hinges on his hot shooting and rebounding, while Vanderbilt—led by Mark Byington and a veteran group including Tyler Tanner and Tyler Nickel—brings strong defense and turnover discipline but weaker rebounding. A prediction from the preview suggests Nebraska could sneak past Vanderbilt to advance.
Florida’s SEC Tournament run ended with a 91-74 semifinal defeat to Vanderbilt. The Commodores’ frontcourt shooting and physical defense strained Florida, whose struggles with ball security and missing opportunities on second chances contributed to the loss. Coach Todd Golden, along with Alex Condon and Thomas Haugh, emphasized the need to clean up turnovers, rebounding, and consistency as Florida shifts focus to the NCAA tournament.
Vanderbilt earned a double bye and sits No. 4 in the final SEC standings, pushing Tennessee to No. 5 behind them; the top four seeds Florida, Alabama, Arkansas, and Vanderbilt receive byes to the quarterfinals, with the rest of the field set for a March 11–15 schedule that runs from first-round games on Wednesday–Thursday through a Sunday championship; Vanderbilt could meet Tennessee in the quarterfinals if seeds hold.
Vanderbilt overwhelmed Kentucky 80-55 in Nashville, using a stronger frontcourt and hot shooting to pull away while Kentucky never found rhythm or energy; the lopsided loss sparked online criticism of Vanderbilt coach Mark Pope and UK athletic director Mitch Barnhart.
Florida upset No. 10 Vanderbilt 98-94 on the road after Xaivian Lee hit a go-ahead 3 with 44 seconds left and Alex Condon made two late free throws. Rueben Chinyelu posted a 20-point, 10-rebound double-double as UF moved atop the SEC in a back-and-forth game with 17 lead changes and 14 ties. The Gators shot well and dominated the boards, sealing the win with a clutch defensive stop in the final seconds.
A busted equipment-crew mistake left Florida players in nameless jerseys against Vanderbilt, but guard Xavian Lee exploded with a late, go-ahead three to lift the Gators to what may be their best win of the season, turning a chaotic sideline moment into a springboard as they prepare for LSU.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning returned from injury to lead the No. 20 Longhorns to a 34-31 victory over No. 9 Vanderbilt, despite a late rally by Vanderbilt. Manning threw for 328 yards and three touchdowns, helping Texas improve to 7-2 and stay in playoff contention, while Vanderbilt's loss hampers their SEC title hopes.
The Tennessee Volunteers secured a 36-23 victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores, finishing their regular season at 10-2 and likely securing a spot in the College Football Playoff. Despite a rough start, Tennessee dominated the game with standout performances from Nico Iamaleava, who threw for 257 yards and four touchdowns, and Dylan Sampson, who rushed for 178 yards. The win, coupled with Ohio State's loss to Michigan, positions Tennessee favorably for a potential playoff game.