What does it take to win the Heisman? Two-way talent like Travis Hunter? Or unprecedented passing yards like Joe Burrow? Or maybe a carry job like Cam Newton’s 2010 season? But, except maybe Travis Hunter, all the other names had the luxury of their teams standing at least near the pedestal of the natty glory. For Diego Pavia, that possibility isn’t unlikely, but it won’t be short of a miracle either.

Pavia’s season so far is nothing short of breathtaking. The QB has accumulated 1,569 passing yards and 438 rushing yards, with a 70.5% completion rate. The performances haven’t come against minnows either. Vanderbilt is 6-1 so far and has defeated teams like South Carolina, Virginia Tech, and, most recently, LSU 31-24. Ideally, it should give Vandy a massive boost for CFP contention. However

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