Diego Pavia Could Become NFL’s Shortest Quarterback at Under 5’10”
Vanderbilt’s quarterback, Diego Pavia, is making headlines as he aims to enter the NFL. Standing at 5 feet 9 and 7/8 inches, Pavia is on track to become the league’s shortest quarterback since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger.
Potential NFL Milestone for Diego Pavia
If drafted, Pavia would surpass the current shortest NFL quarterbacks, Bryce Young and Kyler Murray. Both players measured at 5 feet 10 and 1/8 inches before being selected in the first round of the draft.
- Diego Pavia: 5 feet 9 and 7/8 inches
- Bryce Young: 5 feet 10 and 1/8 inches
- Kyler Murray: 5 feet 10 and 1/8 inches
Historical Context
The last quarterback to play in the NFL measuring under 5 feet 10 inches was Eddie LeBaron, who played in 1963 for the Dallas Cowboys. Accurate height records are sparse, but Pavia’s stature could present a challenge during the draft.
Draft Considerations for Shorter Quarterbacks
NFL teams often weigh physical measurements heavily in their decision-making processes. Drafting a quarterback below 5 feet 10 inches may deter some teams, despite Pavia’s skill set.
Vanderbilt previously listed Pavia at 6 feet 0, a figure that many found questionable. Now that his true height has been measured, teams must assess whether he possesses the qualities expected of a professional quarterback.
