Dylan Sanders

Dylan Sanders

Dylan Sanders graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree from the Manship School of Mass Communication in 2023. He was born in raised in Baton Rouge, LA but has also lived in Buffalo, NY. Though he is a recent graduate, he has been writing about sports since he was in high school, covering different sports from baseball to football. While in college, he wrote for the school paper The Reveille and for 247Sports. He was able cover championships in football, baseball and women's basketball during his time at LSU. He has also spent a few years covering the NFL draft and every day activities of the New Orleans Saints. He is a Senior Writer at Inside the Marlins and will also be found across Sports Illustrated's baseball sites as a contributing writer. You can follow him on Twitter or Instagram @dillysanders

Nov 3, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New Orleans Saints punter Matthew Hayball (43) runs by Carolina Panthers linebacker Claudin Cherelus (53) for a first down on a fake punt during the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
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Former Vanderbilt Football Player Finding Success in NFL With New Orleans Saints

A surprising former Vanderbilt Commodores player is finding success in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints in his rookie year.

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Aug 31, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores safety CJ Taylor (1) misses a chance at an interception against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the first half at FirstBank Stadium.
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Two Vanderbilt Commodores Defensive Backs Named to SEC TOTW

Two Vanderbilt Commodores defensive backs were named to the SEC Team of the Week thanks to their performance in the win over the Auburn Tigers.

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Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) throws the ball as Auburn Tigers take on Vanderbilt Commodores at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.
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Vanderbilt Commodores Defeat Auburn Tigers in Slugfest To Become Bowl Eligible

The Vanderbilt Commodores hung on against the Auburn Tigers and became bowl eligible for the first time since 2018.

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Vanderbilt Commodores defensive lineman Khordae Sydnor (96) celebrates his sack of Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers (3) during the second half of their game at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024.
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Highest Graded Vanderbilt Commodores From Scrappy Game Against Texas

The Vanderbilt Commodores saw a couple of players shine despite their loss to the Texas Longhorns this weekend.

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Oct 26, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) scrambles against the Texas Longhorns during the first half at FirstBank Stadium.
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Vanderbilt Commodores Fall Just Short of Another Historic Win Against Longhorns

The Vanderbilt Commodores fought hard, but fell just short of another miracle victory in Saturday's matchup against the Texas Longhorns.

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Oct 19, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Vanderbilt Commodores tight end Eli Stowers (9) breaks the tackle of Ball State Cardinals defensive back George Udo (10) during the second half at FirstBank Stadium.

Vanderbilt Commodores Breakout Star Has Been Nation's Top Tight End

The Vanderbilt Commodores must thank one of their offense stars breakout for their surprising success this season.

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Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) looks to pass against Ball State during the second quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.
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Vanderbilt Commodores Must Maintain Their Strength vs. Stingy Texas Defense

The Vanderbilt Commodores shocking strength will be put to the test this weekend against an incredible Texas Longhorns defense.

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Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) celebrates after defeating Ball State 24-14 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. on Oct. 19, 2024.
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How Much More Chaos Do Vanderbilt Commodores Have Left in Them?

The Vanderbilt Commodores have been the kings of chaos this season, but how much more can they realistically cause?

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