Pauling's NFL Debut: Undrafted Star in San Francisco

0:00On April 27th, Will Pauling just snagged his first NFL gig, signing with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent right after the draft. This wide receiver put up solid numbers in college, calving off a strong career that got him noticed by Pro Scouts. Back in 2023 at Wisconsin, Pauling broke out big time, hauling in 74 catches for 837 yards and 6 touchdowns. He became the Badgers go-to guy in the slot where liable on every down and stretching defense is deep. He transferred to Notre Dame for the 2025 season where his stats dipped a bit to 26 receptions for 381 yards, but he still punched in six scores on fewer targets that drive finishing skill kept him in the conversation. For the 49ers, Pauling fits right into their system that loves speedy slot receivers, especially with a need for depth there. His quick rise shows how a hot college stretch can land you in the league without a draft pick. Heads up, this undrafted path could be his launch pad, keep watching how he battles for reps in San Francisco this summer.

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