Ravens Coach Used Two Words to Describe Diego Pavia After QB’s Humbling Draft Fall
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Diego Pavia signed a three-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent after a challenging draft process marked by concerns over his height and behavior.
- Ravens head coach Jesse Minter praised Pavia as a "force multiplier" and a hard worker who improved Vanderbilt's program, though he acknowledged the need to address Pavia's off-field conduct.
- Pavia will compete for a backup quarterback position behind Lamar Jackson, likely contending with Tyler Huntley and Joe Faganano for the QB3 or practice squad role.
- Despite his short stature and polarizing personality, Pavia led Vanderbilt to a historic 10-win season and became the school's first Heisman Trophy finalist, earning national attention.
- The Ravens organization is giving Pavia a fair chance to prove himself this summer, recognizing his potential based on game tape despite the challenges ahead.
