Skip Bayless makes huge statement about Diego Pavia
The Big Lead • • sports
Key Points:
- Diego Pavia, a standout Vanderbilt quarterback and Heisman Trophy runner-up, went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, marking the first time since 2014 a Heisman finalist was not selected.
- Despite a stellar college career with a 10–2 regular season and multiple honors, Pavia initially struggled to secure a standard undrafted free agent contract and accepted a rookie minicamp tryout with the Baltimore Ravens instead.
- Skip Bayless, a Vanderbilt alum, criticized the NFL's handling of Pavia, emphasizing his impressive achievements and questioning why he was limited to a tryout rather than a guaranteed deal.
- Analysts suggest concerns over Pavia’s size, play style, and off-field issues overshadowed his on-field production, influencing NFL teams' decisions.
- Pavia remains motivated and determined to prove himself at the professional level, with supporters believing his journey in the NFL is just beginning.
