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Vanderbilt Shines: 6-1 Start Fueled by Family Love

10/20/2025

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The Vanderbilt Commodores defeated LSU 31-24 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, giving Vanderbilt its best start since 1950 with a 6-1 record.
Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt quarterback, saw his mother Antoinette Padilla gain attention for her enthusiastic support, wearing a custom outfit representing the team.
Pavia credits his mother for his success, noting her sacrifices, including going without food to ensure her children had enough.

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Story summary

The Vanderbilt Commodores defeated LSU 31-24 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, giving Vanderbilt its best start since 1950 with a 6-1 record.
Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt quarterback, saw his mother Antoinette Padilla gain attention for her enthusiastic support, wearing a custom outfit representing the team.
Pavia credits his mother for his success, noting her sacrifices, including going without food to ensure her children had enough.