Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, 2025 Heisman runner-up and First-Team All-American, was not selected during the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, despite visits with teams like the Panthers.
Pavia is the first Heisman finalist since 2014 to go undrafted, with NFL teams expressing concerns about his sub-5-foot-10 height, playing style, and outspoken confidence.
After leading Vanderbilt to its first 10-win season and earning multiple awards, Pavia faces questions about his NFL fit, but is expected to pursue opportunities as an undrafted free agent.
Could Diego Pavia's best chance at a pro career now lie in the CFL or UFL?
Is Diego Pavia's story a cautionary tale for all undersized college quarterbacks?
Beyond his height, what red flags made every NFL team pass on the Heisman finalist?
Does a record-setting college career no longer matter if a QB doesn't fit the NFL mold?
How did the Heisman winner become the top pick while the runner-up went undrafted?