Amid eligibility battles and a historic season, Pavia puts speculation about a seventh year to rest.
Vanderbilt Commodores star quarterback Diego Pavia has confirmed that the 2025 season will mark the end of his college football career, putting to rest weeks of speculation about his future amid eligibility battles and standout performances.
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The graduate quarterback, whose journey has taken him from New Mexico Military Institute to New Mexico State and finally to Vanderbilt, has been one of the most compelling stories in college football this season. After leading the Commodores to a program-best 10-3 record and earning numerous individual accolades, including the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, Pavia made it clear that his time in collegiate athletics is drawing to a close.
Throughout the 2025 campaign, Pavia has been a driving force for Vanderbilt, setting new program records, becoming a Heisman Trophy finalist and elevating a traditionally middling program into the national spotlight. His dynamic dual-threat play and leadership helped the Commodores secure the first 10-win season in school history.
Off the field, Pavia has also been involved in a high-profile legal challenge against the NCAA’s eligibility rules, particularly regarding how junior college seasons count toward a player’s eligibility window. Despite ongoing litigation, the quarterback personally reiterated this season would be his last as a collegiate athlete as he focuses on what comes next beyond college football.
Pavia’s announcement brings an end to a remarkable college career marked by perseverance, breakout success and significant impact on and off the field. As he transitions away from college football, many observers expect his professional aspirations, whether in the NFL or other avenues, to be the next chapter in a compelling athletic journey.
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