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Vanderbilt QB competition headlines Commodores’ SEC Media Days session
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Caleb Wethington , WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
What This Story Is About Vanderbilt is still deciding between freshman Jared Curtis and veteran Blaze Berlowitz as it replaces former quarterback Diego Pavia. Why It Matters The quarterback decision will shape whether Vanderbilt can build on one of the most successful stretches in program history...
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Key takeaway The Commodores went 17-9 over the past two seasons after posting a 12-45 record across the previous five years.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The quarterback competition between Jared Curtis and Blaze Berlowitz has significant implications for Vanderbilt's upcoming season, particularly as the team looks to build on its recent success. With the Commodores set to open SEC play against Auburn in Week 4, the decision on who will lead the team under center will be crucial in determining their chances in the conference. The fact that Coach Clark Lea is considering using both quarterbacks in specific situations suggests that the team is looking to leverage their unique strengths to gain an edge. As a Nashville native, Curtis's involvement in the competition is likely to generate significant local interest, and his performance will be closely watched by fans and alumni. The team's ability to adapt to the new nine-game conference schedule will also be a key factor in their success, making the quarterback decision even more critical.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? What This Story Is About Vanderbilt is still deciding between freshman Jared Curtis and veteran Blaze Berlowitz as it replaces former quarterback Diego Pavia. Why It Matters The quarterback decision will shape whether Vanderbilt can build on one of the most successful stretches in program history...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 21, 2026 by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) and curated for The Nashville readers.
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