Former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia just dropped a bomb on social media this week, announcing he’s negotiating a deal to join the United Football League ahead of their 2027 season. This dude, who couldn’t latch on with an NFL squad in 2026, is now looking for a lifeline, and the UFL seems ready to answer.
Pavia’s Promise: “You Will Get Everything I Got”
Pavia hit up X on Tuesday, October 20, letting everyone know his agent, Malki Kawa, is deep in talks with the UFL. Talk about being direct! He wasn’t shy about what he’d bring to the table either. Pavia wrote, “Appreciate everyone reaching out with everything on my career. My agent (Malki Kawa) and the UFL are currently in negotiations to make this happen! whatever team I end up at, I can promise you one thing- You will get everything I got.” That’s the kind of fire you want from a QB trying to prove himself. He’s clearly ready to leave it all out there, and you gotta respect that hustle.
Mike Repole Lays Down The Gauntlet for Pavia
While the UFL didn’t immediately comment, co-owner Mike Repole wasn’t holding back on social media. He jumped on X himself, practically rolling out the red carpet, but also setting the bar high. Repole posted, “Diego, we would LOVE to welcome you to the UFL!!!!! I promise you one thing, we will challenge you, push you to reach your highest potential, and help you chase your biggest dreams!!!!” That’s a bold welcome! It sounds less like a casual invitation and more like a challenge issued directly to Pavia. This isn’t just about signing a contract, it’s about pushing the guy to be the best he can be. The UFL draft is set for Wednesday, November 18, in St. Louis. While players don’t need a contract to be draft eligible, you gotta wonder if that date acts as a natural pressure point to get this deal done.
What’s next for Pavia? Can he prove he still has what it takes in the UFL? That November 18 draft date is fast approaching. It’s a reminder that while some NFL guys like Christian McCaffrey are out there celebrating touchdowns against our Seahawks at Lumen Field this season, other players are fighting tooth and nail for their next shot. We’ll be watching to see if Pavia can make good on his promise and turn this opportunity into something big.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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