Former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, who went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft and was not signed as an undrafted free agent immediately after the draft, has secured a roster spot with the Baltimore Ravens. After receiving a tryout invitation to the team’s rookie minicamp, the Ravens added Pavia to their 90‑man offseason roster.
The contract signed by Pavia follows the standard three‑year minimum agreement required by the NFL’s Collective Bargaining Agreement for undrafted players. Unlike contracts awarded to drafted athletes, the deal includes no signing bonus, no guaranteed salary and no other financial guarantees. The arrangement therefore presents no financial risk for the Ravens; the only potential cost would be a payout if Pavia were to sustain a serious injury during the minicamp and be placed on injured reserve.
Pavia’s path to the roster began with an invitation to attend the Ravens’ rookie minicamp on a tryout basis. Multiple sources confirm that his performance during the camp will determine his future with the organization. If the coaching staff is satisfied with his evaluation, Pavia could remain with the team for the remainder of the offseason program and potentially compete for a roster spot in training camp. If the team decides he does not meet its needs, he will be released without further obligation.
The signing reflects a common practice among NFL teams that use rookie minicamps to discover and evaluate talent outside the draft. Undrafted players often receive minimal contracts that allow teams to assess their abilities without significant financial commitment. For players like Pavia, the opportunity provides a platform to showcase skills, learn the professional system, and attempt to earn a more secure position.
Pavia joins a growing list of former collegiate quarterbacks attempting to transition to the NFL through tryout contracts. His experience at Vanderbilt, where he started multiple games and posted moderate statistical production, will be scrutinized alongside his physical attributes and adaptability to the Ravens’ offensive scheme.
The upcoming weeks will involve a series of offseason workouts, organized team activities (OTAs) and the full rookie minicamp schedule. Pavia’s performance in these sessions will be pivotal in determining whether he advances to the preseason roster and, ultimately, the regular‑season squad.
The development underscores the importance of rookie minicamps as talent‑evaluation tools for NFL franchises and highlights the avenues available to undrafted players seeking entry into the league. Pavia’s progress will be monitored by both the Ravens’ staff and observers of emerging talent across the NFL.
