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Vanderbilt's Pavia Calls Out Alabama Ahead of Clash

10/4/2025

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Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia challenged Alabama ahead of their game, echoing a 2017 matchup between the programs.
In 2017, Vanderbilt opened 3-0 and had just won a marquee game before facing Alabama, setting high expectations.
Vanderbilt enters the game 5-0 and ranked, with Saban crediting Lealao's comments for motivating the Tide after Vanderbilt's win over Kansas State.

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Story summary

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia challenged Alabama ahead of their game, echoing a 2017 matchup between the programs.
In 2017, Vanderbilt opened 3-0 and had just won a marquee game before facing Alabama, setting high expectations.
Vanderbilt enters the game 5-0 and ranked, with Saban crediting Lealao's comments for motivating the Tide after Vanderbilt's win over Kansas State.