Diego Pavia Visits Panthers: Another Small‑Framed QB in Reach

The Carolina Panthers met with 24‑year‑old Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia today, a player who matches the height and hand size of current starter Bryce Young. Pavia, a 2025 SEC Offensive Player of the Year candidate, has shown talent on the field but has also attracted attention for off‑field controversies. If Carolina were to draft him in 2026, the team would boast one of the shortest quarterback rooms in NFL history, exemplifying their willingness to draft players with a similar build.