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Ravens Sign Undrafted QB Diego Pavia to Three-Year Deal

5/1/2026

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Ravens Sign Pavia

The Baltimore Ravens signed undrafted rookie quarterback Diego Pavia to a three-year, low-cost contract that preserves salary-cap flexibility.
Pavia will battle fellow UDFA Joe Fagnano for the No. 3 quarterback spot, and coach Jesse Minter said he must earn it on the field.
Ravens hope his dual-threat mobility fits the offense, though scouts cite his 5-foot-9 stature, 24-year age and confidence after a 2025 season with 70.6 % completions and 29 touchdowns.

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Winnipeg Pauses Talks

Winnipeg holds exclusive CFL rights to Diego Pavia and paused talks after his Ravens deal.
If Baltimore releases him, Winnipeg will file his CFL contract and invite him to camp.
Kyle Walters said Pavia’s big personality may challenge communications while confidence is a plus.
Former CFL player Ben DiNucci compares Pavia’s potential CFL path to Doug Flutie’s success.

History

Historical Context

Doug Flutie’s dominance in the CFL—six Most Outstanding Player awards and three Grey Cups—culminated in his 1998 NFL comeback with the Buffalo Bills, proving that Canadian success could translate to the NFL. That precedent underlies the Baltimore Ravens’ 2024 signing of undrafted quarterback Diego Pavia, echoing the cross-border talent pipeline first highlighted by Flutie’s move.

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Ravens Sign Pavia

The Baltimore Ravens signed undrafted rookie quarterback Diego Pavia to a three-year, low-cost contract that preserves salary-cap flexibility.
Pavia will battle fellow UDFA Joe Fagnano for the No. 3 quarterback spot, and coach Jesse Minter said he must earn it on the field.
Ravens hope his dual-threat mobility fits the offense, though scouts cite his 5-foot-9 stature, 24-year age and confidence after a 2025 season with 70.6 % completions and 29 touchdowns.

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