New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- Diego Pavia has emerged as one of college football's most inspiring stories. The dual-threat quarterback transformed Vanderbilt into a contender, capping his 2025 campaign as the Heisman Trophy runner-up. After guiding the Commodores to a strong 10-2 record, fans wonder if the ReliaQuest Bowl against Iowa on December 31, 2025, marks his final college game, or if he will suit up again in 2026.

Diego Pavia's journey began at New Mexico Military Institute, followed by stints at New Mexico State, before landing at Vanderbilt in 2024. His toughness and playmaking elevated a once-struggling program, turning heads in the tough SEC.

In 2025, Diego Pavia delivered a remarkable performance, throwing for 3,192 yards and 27 tou...