Diego Pavia's Deal With Ravens Isn't as Good as Advertised
Diego Pavia, a former Vanderbilt quarterback and 2025 Heisman Trophy finalist, signed a three-year undrafted free agent deal with the Baltimore Ravens. The contract includes no guaranteed money or signing bonus, which is standard for undrafted rookies under the NFL's Collective Bargaining Agreement. Pavia will compete for a roster spot during rookie minicamp, facing an uphill battle but bringing strong motivation and recent college success.
- ▪Diego Pavia went undrafted despite being a 2025 Heisman Trophy finalist.
- ▪Pavia signed a three-year contract with the Ravens that includes no guaranteed money or signing bonus.
- ▪The Ravens needed backup quarterback help behind Lamar Jackson this offseason.
- ▪Pavia led Vanderbilt to an upset win over Alabama in 2024 and a 10-2 record in 2025.
- ▪The contract allows the Ravens to cut Pavia at any time after rookie minicamp.
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By Jordan SiglerShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Diego Pavia, a finalist for the 2025 Heisman Trophy, went undrafted last week.More News: Only Two NFL Teams Still in the Mix for Aaron RodgersThe former Vanderbilt quarterback was expected to be a late Day 3 pick at best. Pavia told Jon Gruden during the pre-draft process that he chose not to have an agent for some of his college career because he didn't want them taking away his hard-earned money.
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