There aren't many quarterbacks in College Football that have gotten the attention of everyone quite like Diego Pavia. The Commodores quarterback doesn't just get attention, he demands it bringing a swagger that's most comparable to Johnny Manziel during his time at Texas A&M. Based on the confidence that Pavia talks with and plays with, you'd think he was the quarterback at a powerhouse rather than Vanderbilt.
Diego Pavia's confidence is the reason that Vanderbilt went from the laughing stock of the SEC to a team that everyone will start to show the Commodores respect. While you either love Diego Pavia or find him annoying, the Commodores star has become a fan favorite for many including legendary Head Coach Steve Spurrier.
On "Another Dooley Noted Podcast", Steve Spurrier reacted to Pavia's claim that Vanderbilt was a National Championship contender with some skepticism but, a ton of respect.
"Odds are, they probably will not, but if they did, at least one of the guys on their teams believed they had a chance to do it. I like his attitude… Set your goals high."Steve Spurrier
Two things can be true, the vast majority of outsiders and even some within the program will acknowledge that the Commodores aren't a National Championship contender and Diego Pavia fully believes he can lead Vandy to a Championship.
When Diego Pavia arrived at Vanderbilt, the entire mindset of the program changed for the better which is all a program could ask for. The Commodores needed a player like Pavia that could start changing the mindset and he'll become the blueprint going forward as he proves that a winner can be built at Vanderbilt.
The Commodores will be one of the exciting programs to follow this season especially if Pavia continues to pull off stunning upsets.
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