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Saban's Critique of Pavia Sparks Alabama Victory Over Vanderbilt

10/25/2025

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Nick Saban, head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, criticized Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia for practicing the victory formation before the game.
He said such actions could harm the player-coach relationship.
He said the move could give the opponent extra motivation.
Alabama defeated Vanderbilt 30-14 after Saban used Pavia's pregame actions to motivate his team.
Pavia completed 21 of 35 passes for 198 yards in the loss.

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Nick Saban, head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, criticized Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia for practicing the victory formation before the game.
He said such actions could harm the player-coach relationship.
He said the move could give the opponent extra motivation.
Alabama defeated Vanderbilt 30-14 after Saban used Pavia's pregame actions to motivate his team.
Pavia completed 21 of 35 passes for 198 yards in the loss.