Diego Pavia recognized by Senior Bowl for outstanding performance against Auburn
By Luke Greco
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Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia added another honor to his catalog. This week, he was recognized as the Senior Bowl Offensive Player of the Week by the Panini Senior Bowl.
Pavia was special against Auburn. He led Vanderbilt to a 45-38 overtime win over the Tigers and did so with outstanding numbers. Pavia was 25-of-33 passing for 377 yards and 3 touchdowns through the air. He was also the Commodores’ leading rusher, with 112 yards and a touchdown on the ground.
Pavia’s performance was much needed, as the Commodores were coming off a 34-31 loss to Texas, and another loss might’ve put Vandy out of CFP contention.
The Vanderbilt QB has been on a tear this season. So far, Pavia has totaled 2,440 passing yards, 21 passing touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. He’s also added 613 yards on the ground and 7 touchdowns. This brings Pavia’s totals to 3,053 yards and 28 touchdowns.
Pavia’s passing total ranks 18th in the country, and his rushing total has him at 62nd in the country. The 8th highest of any quarterback in the country.
He will need to be on his game as Vanderbilt tries to finish its season on a high note. The Commodores are set to conclude the season with a home game against Kentucky and then a road game at Tennessee.
