Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia went undrafted in the NFL Draft despite being named a Heisman Trophy finalist, making him the first player to achieve that distinction and go unselected since 2014.

Pavia completed a prolific college career that included leading Vanderbilt to notable success during his time as starting quarterback. His performance earned him recognition as one of college football's top players, culminating in his Heisman finalist selection.

The quarterback's draft status has drawn attention to the evaluation process for NFL prospects. At 5-foot-10, Pavia faces the physical challenges that many shorter quarterbacks encounter when transitioning from college to professional football.

Despite going undrafted, Pavia continues to seek opportunities with NFL teams. His college achievements and leadership qualities demonstrated during his time at Vanderbilt may still attract interest from organizations looking for quarterback depth or developmental prospects.

The last Heisman finalist to go undrafted was in 2014, highlighting the rarity of Pavia's situation. Most players who reach such elite recognition in college football typically generate significant interest from NFL scouts and front offices during the draft process.