“This is going to be the new staple of college football. It’s going to happen here at Vanderbilt.” Diego Pavia wasn’t throwing words out there when he said this. And boy, did it show on that unforgettable night in Nashville when Vanderbilt shocked the world by toppling the No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide in 2024. The Bama’s were favored by 22.5 points, and with a history of 0-60 all-time against top-five teams, nobody gave the Commodores much of a chance. The Commodores jumped out fast, scoring the first 13 points and taking command early. Alabama fought back, but Vanderbilt held a 23-14 lead going into halftime, their largest against the top-ranked team ever. And yet, despite the historic upset, Vanderbilt didn’t get their due. The win was widely dismissed as a fluke.

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