Diego Pavia’s shot at making the Baltimore Ravens roster is officially over, with the former quarterback now stuck in the NFL’s waiver system. He couldn’t snag a spot as one of Lamar Jackson’s backups during training camp, and now the waiver wire has him. It’s a brutal reality check in the cutthroat NFL, where one door closes and often, no clear path opens right away.
The Gridiron Grind: What’s Next in Pro Football?
If no NFL team snatches Pavia off waivers, his professional future gets super interesting, or maybe just incredibly uncertain. First up, he could just chill, waiting for another NFL opportunity to pop up. We all know how quickly injuries can pile up in this league. A few quarterback dings on another roster, and suddenly Pavia could get a call, invited to participate in a training camp as an “extra arm.” That’s a long shot, but it’s a foot in the door. From there, he’d be fighting for a 53-man roster spot or, more likely, a spot on a practice squad. It’s a grind, but it’s still the NFL dream.
If the NFL isn’t calling, then the CFL could be the move. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers actually hold Pavia’s negotiating rights, and they’ve been pretty clear they want him. That’s a solid option up north if he wants to keep slinging it professionally. Then there’s the UFL, which seems to have some interest. Their social media team straight-up retweeted the announcement of Pavia’s waiver with that infamous “eyes emoji.” Is that real interest or just a social media manager having fun? Who knows, but it’s another door that could swing open.
Law School or Football Field? Pavia’s College Conundrum
But here’s the wildest part: Pavia could actually try to go back to college. Yeah, you read that right. College football. It sounds absolutely bonkers, especially since he doesn’t technically fit the NCAA’s new eligibility rule. He turned 20 before his four-year college career even began, and he played two years of junior-college ball before logging four full seasons in the NCAA. So, by the book, he’s out.
However, and this is where it gets spicy, every NCAA rule right now feels like it’s under an antitrust challenge. Pavia could totally try to sue for another season. It would be a massive legal fight, but imagine the headlines! The biggest hurdle? He signed a contract with the Ravens. That alone makes a return to the college ranks a much harder sell, both legally and practically. Still, the fact it’s even on the table shows just how wild this whole situation is for Diego Pavia.
This guy is truly at a crossroads. Will he patiently wait for an NFL injury to open a door, take his talents to Canada or the UFL, or somehow fight his way back into college football? Whatever he does, it’s gonna be a story. Keep those eyes peeled, because Pavia’s next move is coming, and it could be completely unexpected.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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