Dylan Tovitz

Dylan Tovitz

Joined: May 29, 2025

Dylan Tovitz is a sophomore at Vanderbilt University, originally from Livingston, New Jersey. In addition to writing for Vanderbilt on SI, he serves as a deputy sports editor for the Vanderbilt Hustler and co-produces and hosts ‘Dores Unlocked, a weekly video show about Commodore sports. Outside the newsroom, he is a campus tour guide and an avid New York sports fan with a particular passion for baseball. He also enjoys listening to country and classic rock music and staying active through tennis and baseball.

Vanderbilt's Rustan Rigdon (19) points to catcher Mike Mancini after Mancini threw out Louisville's Jake Munroe attempting to steal second base as Jonathan Vastine celebrates during the fourth inning of the Nashville Regional NCAA Baseball Tournament game at Hawkins Field Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.

Feb 7, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Oklahoma Sooners forward Mohamed Wague (5) blocks the shot of Vanderbilt Commodores forward Ak Okereke (10) during the first half at Memorial Gymnasium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National quarterback Diego Pavia (2) of Vanderbilt throws the ball during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Jan 24, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores guard Tyler Tanner (3) reacts with center Jalen Washington (13) during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Vanderbilt head coach Tim Corbin during a college baseball game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on May 9, 2025.

Baseball

As MLB’s next labor fight threatens to reshape the player development pipeline, Vanderbilt’s longtime head coach believes the college game is better suited than ever to prepare young players

Landon Binkley holds up his home-made sign at Wyatt Lawn when College GameDay came to Vanderbilt in Novemember

Football

Born at 24 weeks and facing life-threatening medical challenges, Landon Binkley found joy and community through Vanderbilt football.

Jan 7, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores forward Tyler Nickel (5) yells to the crowd after the win against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the second half at Memorial Gymnasium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

An electric crowd and statement SEC win against Alabama signaled a return to old-school Vanderbilt basketball.

Jan 21, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) drives the ball against Vanderbilt Commodores guard Tyler Tanner (3) during the second half at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

Basketball

The Commodores welcome the Crimson Tide in the first AP Top 13matchup on West End since 1974.

Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea watches from the sidelines during the third quarter against Kentucky at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

The Commodores came up just short after a slow start and poor defensive showing.

Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers (9) watches the kicking team during fall practice Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.

Football

The Commodores’ first half offensive struggles against Iowa underscored Stowers’ irreplaceable role in Tim Beck’s offense.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey presents the trophy to Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Tim Corbin as Ole Miss Rebels take on Vanderbilt Commodores during the SEC baseball tournament championship game at Hoover Met in Birmingham, Ala., on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Vanderbilt Commodores defeated Ole Miss Rebels 3-2.

Baseball

Vanderbilt Baseball has received a gift to endow its baseball head-coaching position, securing long-term financial stability for the role.

Vanderbilt tight end Eli Stowers (9) makes a catch as he warms up before playing against Tennessee at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

Football

Eli Stowers is still weighing his options ahead of the bowl game.

Dec 13, 2025; New York, NY, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia poses with the Heisman trophy during a press conference at the New York Marriott Marquis. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Vandy on SI followed Pavia through a whirlwind weekend in Manhattan, from national TV appearances to college football’s biggest stage.

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia hugs baseball head coach Tim Corbin after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch before a game between Vanderbilt and Arkansas at Hawkins Field in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 28, 2025.

An unlikely bond between Vanderbilt's quarterback and baseball coach helped shape the former into a Heisman Trophy Finalist.

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) celebrates with family and friends after defeating Tennessee at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

Diego Pavia will not be alone on College Football’s biggest stage, bringing teammates, family, and Vanderbilt figures with him to New York.

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) poses as the Heisman trophy after winning a NCAA football game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Nov. 29, 2025.

Vanderbilt’s quarterback explained the belief, edge and personality that fueled his rise to Heisman finalist.