Diego Pavia went from zero FBS offers to leading an SEC team to the cusp of the playoffs. The Vandy QB is currently campaigning for the Heisman after his two main competitors failed to grab the opportunity in the B1G Championship game. And even with his college football career almost over, Pavia’s stock continues to rise.

Pavia, who is already among the highest-paid NIL athletes, receives a big boost to his valuation. Vandy’s signal-caller, who stood at a $2.4 million NIL valuation coming out of the regular season, earns a massive boost of $97,000, per On3. This represents a 4% boost to his NIL asset, currently valued at $2.5 million.

He currently has the 10th highest NIL, equaling that of Ohio State’s quarterback, Julian Sayin. Arch Manning continues to top the list with $5.3 million

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