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Diego Pavia to Throw at NFL Combine as Size and Maturity Questions Trail Him

Teams are judging undersized measurables versus high-level SEC tape before his Vanderbilt pro day.

Overview

  • Pavia said he will participate in Saturday’s throwing session at the combine and save athletic testing for Vanderbilt’s March 18 pro day.
  • He told reporters teams have not raised his December Heisman-voter outburst in interviews, a post he apologized for after the ceremony.
  • The quarterback addressed maturity concerns with a quip about his brain not fully developing until 25, a remark that drew public criticism in coverage.
  • A Senior Bowl measurement of 5 feet, 9 7/8 inches reinforces concerns about his stature, contributing to late-round or undrafted projections.
  • He described Johnny Manziel as a mentor offering advice during draft prep and pointed to six years of college experience and processing speed as reasons he can play in the NFL.