Vanderbilt-Alabama Upset: Diego Pavia & the Commodores Steal the Show

Just when we thought it might be a low-key weekend with only one ranked-on-ranked matchup, college football threw us a curveball! Vanderbilt pulled off a stunning upset against Alabama, their first victory over the Crimson Tide since 1984. Diego Pavia and the Commodores played fearless football, never letting Alabama take the lead throughout the game. Vanderbilt’s aggressive approach was the real highlight—they didn’t play it safe, they kept pushing, even when conventional wisdom would suggest otherwise.

One of the standout moments was a risky fourth-and-two pass deep in their own territory. Instead of opting for a field goal, they let Pavia work his magic. The Commodores’ offense ran like a well-oiled machine, controlling the clock for a whopping 42 minutes, going 12 for 18 on third downs, and mixing in misdirection plays and creative QB runs that kept Alabama’s defense on its toes.

Pavia’s playmaking and Vanderbilt’s commitment to staying aggressive made for an exciting watch, especially as they even managed to score on defense off a turnover. Despite being the underdog, Vanderbilt’s bold play-calling and varied offensive strategies turned this game into a thriller.

Nick Saban might have made some headlines with comments about Vanderbilt, but it’s the Commodores who had the last laugh. Curious to see all the action for yourself? Watch the full breakdown of the game on YouTube here and see how Vanderbilt shocked the college football world!