Diego Pavia and Top Undrafted Free Agents' Landing-Spot Predictions After 2026 NFL Draft

In the wake of the 2026 NFL Draft, there are several young, talented collegiate players left without a team, undrafted for one reason or another.

They include a former Heisman Trophy finalist in Diego Pavia, who led Vanderbilt from irrelevancy back into competition in a loaded SEC

Dive deeper into his story and more with this look at the top prospects still available and predictions for where they may end up.

Diego Pavia, QB, Vanderbilt

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Pavia completed 70.6 percent of his passes in the 2025, with 29 touchdowns, eight interceptions, and an 87.3 QBR.

He went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, a surprise as he was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy this past winter.

His NFL.com Draft Profile described the former Vanderbilt Commodore as a "short, tough, productive quarterback who plays bigger than his measurables. He elevates those around him and was the main character in Vanderbilt's shift from doormat to winning program."

Why, then, did he go undrafted?

It likely had to do with his size but, also, that he tended to shrink in the biggest games, against the toughest opposition. His footwork is not great, either, and that leads to sailed passes.

The intangibles are there, even if the physical traits are not, which should endear him to a coach or coaches who appreciate gamers and can mold them into capable NFL players.

He is a tough QB who does not flinch in the face of pressure, a trait that would benefit him in the NFL. That he can pick up yards on the ground is another plus.

He can probably play in the league, or at the least be a valuable back-up. The question is which team will give him a chance to prove his abilities.

Prediction: Pavia catches on as a practice squad QB, eventually makes a roster as a QB3. A team like Baltimore may benefit from having him sit behind Lamar Jackson.

Dontay Corleone, DT, Cincinnati

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The former Bearcat is ferocious at the point of attack, with great hand leverage. He possesses a club strike that helps him win match-ups and creates an opportunity for him to attack the running back or quarterback. That he keeps an eye on the ball is another valued trait.

Unfortunately for Corleone, he is not an exposive first-step DT, and he struggles with edge pressure. He also has shorter arms, which makes winning battles at the line difficult.

The effort is there, though, and in a league always looking to shore up defenses to prevent opposing offenses from marching down the field, he has the potential to catch on as a rotational player.

The Kansas City Chiefs, looking to get younger on the line, could utilize him and let him learn behind the great Chris Jones.

Prediction: Corleone has the tools to join a contending team, where he is not asked to play a ton, but can work on his weaknesses before taking on a greater role in year two or beyond.

Latrell McCutchin Sr., CB, Houston

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The six-foot-one-inch cornerback out of the University of Houston has the athletic tools to be a defensive back in the NFL. He is fast, long, and can contribute on special teams, too.

The issue with McCutchin, and the likely reason he was not drafted, is his so-so coverage timing. He does not anticipate breaks as well as one would hope for, and he plays the receiver instead of the ball, but he has the potential to evolve into a quality player in the league with some guidance and teaching.

A team like New England, with a great defensive secondary coaching staff, would be a great landing spot for the young player.

Tennessee, Minnesota, and the Los Angeles Rams while Denver could utilize him for roster depth.

Prediction: McCutchin Sr. catches on as a special teamer, but finds playing time with Tennessee or Minnesota