Will Pauling
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Career Summary
Will Pauling is a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers.
The Chicago native played at Cincinnati, Wisconsin and Notre Dame before joining San Francisco as an undrafted rookie in 2026.
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Early Life
Pauling was born in Chicago, Illinois.
He was born March 4, 2003.
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High School
Pauling attended Homewood-Flossmoor High School.
He was listed as a Chicago native and Homewood-Flossmoor alumnus by Notre Dame.
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College Career
Pauling made 155 receptions for 1,753 yards and 15 touchdowns in five college seasons.
He played 48 games with 31 starts at Cincinnati, Wisconsin and Notre Dame. His 2025 Notre Dame season included 26 receptions for 381 yards and a team-leading six touchdowns.
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Path to the NFL
Pauling signed with San Francisco as an undrafted rookie in 2026.
The 49ers announced their agreement with the Notre Dame receiver on April 26, 2026.
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NFL Career
Pauling began his NFL career with San Francisco in 2026.
The 49ers list the 5-foot-9, 183-pound rookie receiver as number 84 on their practice squad.
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Career Accomplishments
Pauling earned Academic All-Big Ten recognition in 2024.
He also led Wisconsin with 74 receptions, 837 yards and six touchdowns in 2023.
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Playing Style
Pauling was a high-volume college receiver and competed for return duties in San Francisco's 2026 camp.
The 49ers listed him among receivers competing for the punt-return role.
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32327, 00-0041361, 3/4/2003, Will Pauling, Will, Pauling
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