Heisman Voter Condemns Diego Pavia’s Controversial ‘F All Voters’ Remark
Diego Pavia, the quarterback for Vanderbilt, recently stirred controversy with remarks aimed at Heisman Trophy voters. Following the announcement of the voting results, where Pavia finished second to Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza, he expressed his frustration on social media. His statement, “F-All the voters,” has sparked significant backlash.
Voter Response to Pavia’s Remarks
Chase Goodbread, a Heisman voter and columnist for the Tuscaloosa News, responded critically to Pavia’s comments. He described the post as a “punk move” and indicated that, given Pavia’s experience, he should have exhibited more professionalism. Goodbread highlighted that Pavia, with six years of college football under his belt, should have displayed humility rather than resorting to disrespectful remarks.
Pavia’s Performance and Voting Statistics
- Pavia received 189 first-place votes in the Heisman race.
- Mendoza, however, garnered 643 first-place votes, resulting in a clear victory.
Goodbread emphasized that Pavia’s comments not only reflected poorly on himself but also disrespected Mendoza. Mendoza’s achievements had clearly established him as a worthy candidate for the prestigious award.
Looking Ahead: Vanderbilt’s Next Challenge
As Vanderbilt prepares for its final game, Pavia’s goal will be to use his frustration constructively. The Commodores are set to face Iowa in the ReliaQuest Bowl on New Year’s Eve. Pavia’s performance in this matchup may be crucial as he seeks to regroup after the Heisman voting results and public criticism.
