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Miami Dolphins second-round pick Jacob Rodriguez is married to Emma, a West Point graduate and a U.S. Army Officer who currently flies UH-60 Black Hawk medevac helicopters at Fort Riley, Kansas.

High school sweethearts from Wichita Falls, Texas, the two have balanced a high-profile football career and elite military service for years. While Jacob was sweeping national awards like the Butkus and Nagurski this past season, Emma was serving her country—often driving 9 hours to see him play on Saturdays.

Via ABC13 Houston.

In one of the most polarizing draft outcomes in recent memory, Vanderbilt’s star quarterback Diego Pavia did not hear his name called in the 2026 NFL Draft. Despite finishing as the Heisman Trophy runner-up and leading the Commodores to a historic 10-win season, Pavia becomes the first Heisman finalist to go undrafted since 2014 (Jordan Lynch).

Pavia’s 2025 campaign was the stuff of legends:

4,402 Total Yards (Led all Power Four players)

36 Total Touchdowns

First Heisman Finalist in Vanderbilt history

Signature Upset over No. 1 Alabama

While concerns about his 5'10" frame and age (24) reportedly kept NFL front offices away, his impact on the game is undeniable. Pavia didn't just play for Vanderbilt; he carried them, accounting for over 70% of the team's total offense. He now enters the league with the ultimate chip on his shoulder—a Heisman finalist with everything to prove as an undrafted free agent. ⚓️🔥👊

Tw caption: Diego Pavia is the first Heisman finalist to go undrafted since 2014. Despite being the 2025 runner-up and leading Vandy to 10 wins, the NFL passed on the "Vandy Legend."

Now, the ultimate underdog story moves to the next chapter as a UDFA. 😤🔥