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Diego Pavia's new head coach delivers reality check after Ravens minicamp
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Diego Pavia's new head coach, Jesse Minter, provided a reality check after the Ravens' minicamp, emphasizing the need for Pavia to acclimate to the NFL and a new offense. Despite Pavia's strong college performance, Minter noted it's early in the learning process.
Key points
- Diego Pavia was not drafted in 2026 NFL Draft
- He joined the Baltimore Ravens after a strong season at Vanderbilt
- Head coach Jesse Minter emphasized the learning process at minicamp
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Diego Pavia didn't hear his name called in the 2026 NFL Draft but got his opportunity at the next level with the Baltimore Ravens. The team's minicamp ended on Saturday with head coach Jesse Minter addressing the media on what he saw from the sidelines.
Given how Pavia was skipped over after putting up an outstanding season at Vanderbilt, many would believe he would be coming in with a chip on his shoulder. While this still might be true, none of that showed during the first two days with his first NFL franchise.
"Honestly, it's the first two days," Minter told reporters about Pavia. "It's just so much learning. So much about getting acclimated to how we operate, especially to a new offense from a quarterback's perspective."
Pavia threw with a helmet and no pads for his session on Saturday. The Heisman runner-up was one of three quarterbacks on the field with UConn's Joe Fagnano and James Madison's Billy Atkins. Pavia wore No. 17 during minicamp.
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Q&A
What did Jesse Minter say about Diego Pavia's performance at minicamp?
Jesse Minter stated that it was early in the process and emphasized the importance of learning and acclimation for Pavia in a new offense.
Why was Diego Pavia not selected in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Diego Pavia was not selected in the 2026 NFL Draft despite having an outstanding season at Vanderbilt, which led him to join the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted player.
What challenges does Diego Pavia face as a new quarterback for the Ravens?
Diego Pavia faces the challenge of adapting to the NFL's pace and learning a new offensive system as he transitions from college football.
