The 2026 NFL Draft did not result in Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia being picked. Pavia was expected to be a late pick due to concerns about his size and playing style translating to NFL success. He also became the first Heisman Trophy finalist since 2014 to go undrafted in the NFL. Despite not being drafted, Pavia eventually signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent.
Pavia’s signing with the Ravens came days after the draft ended. Concerns about his size and age as a rookie contributed to him going undrafted. Pavia’s productivity at Vanderbilt was notable, but his physical attributes led to him being overlooked in the draft. His signing with the Ravens offers him a chance to prove himself in the NFL.
In terms of potential landing spots, the article mentions the Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Detroit Lions, and Tennessee Titans as options for Pavia to compete for a spot as a third-string quarterback. The article also lists the quarterbacks drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, with Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson being first-round picks among the 10 quarterbacks selected.
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