Detroit Lions linked to former Ravens quarterback Diego Pavia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 1:27 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Diego Pavia, recently released by the Baltimore Ravens, has been mentioned as a possible fit for the Detroit Lions. Despite his competitive college background and second-place finish in the 2025 Heisman Trophy voting, sources indicate the Lions are unlikely to pursue him. Currently, the Lions have Teddy Bridgewater and Luke Altmyer as options behind starter Jared Goff, creating a situation where adding Pavia could hinder Altmyer's development. The team is focused on competing in 2026, prioritizing a stable quarterback depth chart over adding another young player.
- •Pavia was released by the Ravens on July 24, 2026.
- •He gained recognition for his competitive nature at Vanderbilt.
- •Lions currently have veteran Bridgewater backing Goff.
- •Luke Altmyer seen as a developmental prospect for Detroit.
- •Adding Pavia could disrupt the quarterback room dynamics.
- 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Named as Landing Spot for Diego Pavia
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions tabbed as potential Diego Pavia landing spot
"The Detroit Lions have been named as a potential landing spot for former Ravens quarterback Diego Pavia, but there's little reason to believe Brad Holmes will pursue him.
"After his release by the Baltimore Ravens, USA TODAY Sports lists the Detroit Lions as a potential landing spot for quarterback Diego Pavia.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 1:27 AMDetroit Lions Named as Landing Spot for Diego Pavia
The Detroit Lions have been named as a potential landing spot for former Ravens quarterback Diego Pavia, but there's little reason to believe Brad Holmes will pursue him.
- Yahoo SportsJul 23, 2026, 9:35 PMDetroit Lions tabbed as potential Diego Pavia landing spot
After his release by the Baltimore Ravens, USA TODAY Sports lists the Detroit Lions as a potential landing spot for quarterback Diego Pavia.
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