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Pavia's Historic Four-Game Streak
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Diego Pavia, Vanderbilts quarterback, had an extraordinary four-game stretch, averaging nearly 375 passing yards and contributing significantly on the ground. He maintained a passer rating just under 190, throwing 12 touchdowns and only 3 interceptions. Pavia became the first SEC player to record 400 total yards in four consecutive games, culminating in a 433-yard performance against Tennessee, where he also became the first player since 2022 Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels to surpass 250 passing and 150 rushing yards in a single game. Pavias impressive season, with over 3000 passing yards and 27 touchdowns, has cemented his legacy in Nashville.
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