US EditionQB Diego Pavia back for Vanderbilt amid battle with NCAA that could reshape eligibility rules
DAVIDSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, JUL 14 – A Tennessee judge granted Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia a preliminary injunction to play in 2025 amid an NCAA eligibility dispute involving junior college years.
- Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia won a legal case that allowed him to play the 2025 season despite normally expired eligibility.
- Pavia filed a lawsuit last November arguing his junior college years should not count against NCAA eligibility, prompting a preliminary injunction.
- Last season, Pavia led Vanderbilt to a 7-6 record including a historic upset over No. Alabama, ending a losing streak since 1984.
- Coach Clark Lea said, "We believe we have what it takes to play into January," reflecting confidence in the 2025 team’s potential.
- Pavia’s case may influence future NCAA eligibility rules, as others have filed lawsuits and the NCAA is appealing the injunction decision.
17 Articles
17 Articles
Diego Pavia Drops Measured Response to Ryan Williams' ‘Sledgehammer’ Remark at SEC Media Day
Diego Pavia isn’t just chasing wins, he’s forging a legacy. Last season, the Vanderbilt quarterback defied expectations, leading his team to a stunning 40-35 upset over Alabama, ending a four-decade losing streak and rewriting the SEC narrative. That victory didn’t just made headlines, it send shockwaves to the entire college football. Now, facing Bama again in the Bryant-Denny Stadium, Pavia isn’t backing down. He’s aiming for another win again…
Clark Lea says Vanderbilt has what it takes to 'play into January'
Clark Lea has big expectations for Vanderbilt in 2025. Lea doesn’t care about Vandy’s lack of historical success on the gridiron because he believes in the program he’s methodically building, and he believes this particular Vanderbilt team can do those big things in 2025. With his 5th season in Nashville fast approaching, Clark Lea stepped to the podium at SEC Media Days in Atlanta on Monday and told reporters something that not many past Vander…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 53% of the sources are Center
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
