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Vanderbilt evaluates QB options after Diego Pavia's departure to NFL

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:16 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Vanderbilt evaluates QB options after Diego Pavia's departure to NFL

Summary

Vanderbilt faces a crucial decision at quarterback following the departure of Diego Pavia to the NFL, where he signed with the Baltimore Ravens. Head coach Clark Lea indicated that each of the four quarterbacks on the roster is competing for the starting role, but the battle is narrowing to Blaze Berlowitz and Jared Curtis. Berlowitz brings experience after backing up Pavia, while Curtis, a highly ranked freshman, is being carefully integrated into the program. Lea noted the importance of finding the right successor as the team prepares for the upcoming season. A summer training camp will help determine the starting quarterback before the fall.

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By the Numbers

•Diego Pavia was a Heisman runner-up before going to the NFL.
•Clark Lea emphasizes the challenge of replacing Pavia's impact.
•The current QB competition narrows to Blaze Berlowitz and Jared Curtis.
•Berlowitz has experience running the offense, while Curtis is a top freshman recruit.
•Vanderbilt will evaluate quarterbacks during summer and fall camp.

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5:16 AMYahoo Sports — Vanderbilt Faces Problem Over Future Without Diego Pavia After Coach Reveals Reality

What they're saying

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After losing Heisman runner-up Diego Pavia to the NFL, Clark Lea wished replacing him would be as simple as plugging in the next talented QB and moving on. Despite landing Georgia flip Jared Curtis, though, that’s not the case.
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