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Draft Scouting Report
Pro Comparison: Isaiah Williams
Summary
Will Pauling at one point looked like a potential top-100 pick after leading Wisconsin with 73 catches and 834 yards in 2023. His role diminished in 2024, and after transferring to Notre Dame he never carved out a consistent role. Still, he’s an explosive athlete who can create separation, though his smaller frame will likely limit his impact at the next level.
About
- 2025: Team-high 6 receiving TD
- 2023: Fifth in Wisconsin history in single-season receptions (74)
Strengths
- Muscular for his size and can play through contact.
- Explodes out of cuts to create separation.
- Tough to bring down after the catch with some wiggle in space.
Weaknesses
- Limited production with under 900 receiving yards over the past two seasons.
- Can be imprecise with route landmarks.
- More burst than long speed, allowing corners to recover downfield.
2025 Receiving
| STATS | REC | YDS | AVG | TD | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Season | 26 | 381 | 14.7 | 6 | 44 |
Top Will Pauling News
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49ers' Will Pauling: Headed to San Francisco
The 49ers signed Pauling as an undrafted free agent Sunday.
Pauling ended his final college season at Notre Dame, starting six games at wide receiver for the Fighting Irish. The 23-year-old accumulated 26 receptions for 381 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns over 12 contests as a fifth-year senior. Pauling's speed and quickness provide upside as a special teams producer that can also develop offensive value. If he wants to survive the 49ers' cut-down day, he will have to make his versatile potential clear in training camp.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 5-10, 190 lbs |
| Birthplace: Chicago, IL |
| Class: Senior |