Summary
Diego Pavia, the standout quarterback for the Vanderbilt Commodores, has become the favorite for the Heisman Trophy after struggles by other top contenders. He achieved this surge in odds due to interceptions during the Big Ten Championship game by Indiana's Fernando Mendoza and Ohio State's Julian Sayin. Pavia, who started the season as an underdog, now has strong chances of being a finalist for the prestigious award.
Key Facts
- Diego Pavia is a quarterback for Vanderbilt Commodores, who are ranked 14th.
- Pavia is now favored to win the Heisman Trophy, a prestigious college football award.
- His odds improved after Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza and Ohio State’s Julian Sayin threw interceptions during a championship game.
- Pavia started the season as a long shot to win the Heisman, with initial odds of +2000.
- He has completed 71.2% of his passes this season, with 3,192 yards, 27 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions.
- Pavia has also rushed for 826 yards and scored 9 rushing touchdowns.
- If he wins, Pavia would be the first Vanderbilt player to win the Heisman Trophy.
