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Diego Pavia standing tall leading No. 12 Vanderbilt to historic season

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Vanderbilt lists Diego Pavia as 6-foot, though the quarterback has allowed he’s been measured a smidge under 5-10.

Cornerback Martel Hight said Pavia plays much taller with a contagious confidence that borders on cockiness.

How tall?

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) celebrates a touchdown with running back Makhilyn Young (22) and offensive lineman Chase Mitchell (50) during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

“Six-seven,” Hight said, making the viral hand motion.