Baltimore Ravens waive Diego Pavia before training camp begins

Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Chris Harris, WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

What This Story Is About Quarterback Diego Pavia was waived by Baltimore on Thursday. Why It Matters The former Vanderbilt quarterback was a Heisman Trophy finalist. What Happens Next Pavia will presumably try to get on another team’s training camp roster. For Context Pavia helped lead Vanderbilt...

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The waiving of Diego Pavia by the Baltimore Ravens has a direct connection to Nashville, given Pavia's successful stint as quarterback for Vanderbilt University. As a Heisman Trophy finalist, Pavia's accomplishments on the field helped put Vanderbilt's football program on the map, culminating in the school's first-ever 10-win season in 2025. The fact that Ravens Head Coach Jesse Minter has a close relationship with Vanderbilt Head Coach Clark Lea, who coached Pavia, adds another layer of local interest to this story. With Pavia now looking to join another team's training camp roster, Nashville football fans will likely be keeping a close eye on his next move, hoping to see him succeed at the professional level. Pavia's local roots and achievements make his NFL journey a compelling narrative for the Nashville community, which has a strong affinity for Vanderbilt athletics.

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Category: parks · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Baltimore Ravens waive Diego Pavia before training camp begins

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