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Totals 11 yards in loss Pauling gathered in two catches on seven targets for 11 yards during Saturday's 38-21 defeat to USC.

Impact Pauling logged his fewest receiving yards of any game since transferring to Wisconsin in 2022. The redshirt junior still led the team in targets, but he struggled to connect with quarterback Braedyn Locke, who was making his first start of the year in place of Tyler Van Dyke (knee-ACL). Pauling caught nine of 11 targets for 83 yards and touchdown when Locke played almost the entire game against Alabama two weeks ago, and he was the quarterback's No. 1 target when he started three games last year. This should leave some optimism that Pauling will get back on track during next week's home game versus a 1-3 Purdue squad.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high nine catches in blowout Pauling hauled in nine of 11 targets for 83 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 42-10 loss versus Alabama.

Impact Pauling buoyed the Badgers' desperate passing offense with backup Braedyn Locke under center, as had to step in early in the first quarter after Tyler Van Dyke was carted off with a lower-body injury. The 5-foot-10 wideout was the Badgers' only player to log more than five targets or four receptions. He also scored the team's lone touchdown with a three-yard scoring reception on fourth down late in the third quarter. One of Pauling' most productive stretches of last season came when Locke was starting from Weeks 8 through 10. Van Dyke is slated to undergo an MRI for what could be a significant injury, With Locke likely steppping in as the starting quarterback moving forward, it's likely that he'll need to rely on Pauling once again for the time being. The Badgers will have a bye week before traveling to USC on Sept. 28.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wisconsin's Braedyn Locke connects with Will Pauling for a three-yard touchdown vs. Alabama

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Five targets verus South Dakota Pauling reeled in four of five targets for 48 yards during Saturday's 27-13 victory against South Dakota.

Impact Pauling took up a much smaller share of the Badgers' targets after seeing 12 targets Week 1. The 5-foot-10 slot receiver still tied with bigger-bodied starting wideouts C.J. Williams and Bryson Green, as Wisconsin seemed to make a conscious effort to get the ball to its outside pass-catchers more Sautrday. Pauling will likely have to play a big role if the Badgers are able to win as double-digit home underdogs this coming Saturday versus Alabama.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Six catches in season opener Pauling compiled six receptions (on seven targets) for 60 yards during Friday's 28-14 win versus Western Michigan.

Impact Pauling reprised his role as the Badgers' top pass catcher, leading the team in every receiving category. This includes a team-long 17-yard reception when he caught a quick pass on third-and-six before turning upfield to keep this drive going. The Badgers overall passing game still wasn't very crisp, as transfer quarterback Tyler Van Dyke clearly was not on the same page with his wideouts at multiple times in the game. Nevertheless, Pauling's significant target share and explosiveness after the catch makes him the team's most attractive fantasy option moving forward. He'll look to find the end zone versus South Dakota in Week 2.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in season finale Pauling caught two passes for 19 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 28-14 victory over Minnesota.

Impact Pauling was previously listed as questionable heading into Saturday after suffering a lower leg injury against Nebraska. Though Wisconsin's leading receiver didn't enjoy the volume he grew accustomed to this season, Pauling managed to find the end zone on an 11-yard pass from quarterback Tanner Mordecai in the second quarter. The redshirt sophomore receiver will now have an opportunity to get to 100 percent ahead of Wisconsin's bowl game.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tanner Moredecai finds Will Pauling for an 11-yard touchdown as Wisconsin ties the game vs. Minnesota

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Iffy against Minnesota Pauling (lower leg) is questionable for Saturday's game versus Minnesota.

Impact Pauling could miss Saturday's contest due to a lower-leg injury he suffered against Nebraska. If Pauling is ruled out, Chimere Dike, Bryson Green (undisclosed) and Skyler Bell are all candidates for increased target shares.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads receiving effort in comeback Pauling recorded eight receptions (on 11 targets) for 79 yards to go along with an 11-yard carry during Saturday's 24-17 overtime victory against Nebraska.

Impact Pauling once again had to put the Badgers' passing game on his back, as he accounted for the majority of production from quarterback Tanner Mordecai (18-for-28 passing, 160 yards). The redshirt sophomore has been extremely effective at getting open over the middle of the field, yielding 64 receptions for 675 yards and three touchdowns. He also logged double-digit targets for the sixth time in the last seven games during Saturday's comeback win. However, he did appear to go down with a lower-leg injury during the second half that hampered him late in the game. Pauling's availability will be a crucial aspect to monitor heading into next week's regular-season finale against rival Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in loss Pauling hauled in 5 of 16 targets for 51 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 20-14 loss to Indiana.

Impact Pauling's score came on an 18-yard pass from freshman quarterback Braedyn Locke in the third quarter, bringing the Badgers within three points. The sophomore receiver has now scored in three consecutive games while totaling over 50 yards in each of the last five contests. Pauling will hope to continue these streaks next week against Northwestern.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Overlooked as a transfer, Will Pauling is stepping up for Wisconsin Pauling has fit right in with Wisconsin's offense in his first season after transferring from Cincinnati.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Delivers with big late touchdown Pauling compiled seven receptions (on 10 targets) for 95 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 25-21 victory versus Illinois.

Impact Pauling finally broke his scoring drought by catching his first touchdown pass of the season in this comeback win for the Badgers. After a disappointing first half of the season, Wisconsin's passing offense needed its receivers to step up with redshirt freshman Braedyn Locke starting in place of injured starter Tanner Mordecai (hand). Pauling didn't help out his young quarterback early, committing one of a number of drops by the Badgers' wideouts in the first half. However, the Cincinnati transfer came through when it mattered most in the fourth quarter, going up in front of a defender to catch a 20-yard touchdown pass lofted into the end zone by Locke. Pauling ultimately finished with double-digit targets for the third game in a row, and he's now recorded 23 receptions for 223 yards over this span. He'll likely need to step up once again if the Badgers want a chance to stick with No. 3-ranked Ohio State in Week 9.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wisconsin's Braedyn Locke links up with Will Pauling for a 20-yard TD to cut Illinois' lead

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Journal Sentinel Transfer wide receiver Will Pauling, who avoided a serious injury in camp, is healthy and wearing his favorite number for Wisconsin.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • JSONLINE.COM

Cincinnati transfer Will Pauling picking up where he left off early last season Pauling brings an exciting element of explosiveness to UW's Air Raid attack

APRIL 20, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Journal Sentinel The Badgers getting thin at outside linebacker; wide receiver Will Pauling impresses; and staff looks to bolster cornerback depth.

APRIL 4, 2023 • JSONLINE.COM

Follows Fickell to Wisconsin Pauling announced Tuesday he's transferring to Wisconsin, Jesse Temple of The Athletic reports.

Impact Pauling caught 12 passes for 122 yards in eight games as a redshirt freshman for Cincinnati last season, and he's opted to follow head coach Luke Fickell to the Badgers.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Enters transfer portal Pauling entered the transfer portal Tuesday, Justin Williams of The Athletic reports.

Impact Pauling caught 12 of 22 targets for 122 yards across eight appearances this season. The 5-foot-10 wideout will have three years of elgibility to use at his next school.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out multiple weeks Cincinatti coach Luke Fickell said that Pauling will likely miss multiple weeks with an MCL injury, Justin Williams of The Athleticreports.

Impact Pauling has six catches on 10 targets for 60 yards so far this season. It is uncertain how long the redshirt freshman will be out for.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Wisconsin's Braedyn Locke connects with Will Pauling for a three-yard touchdown vs. Alabama

Tanner Moredecai finds Will Pauling for an 11-yard touchdown as Wisconsin ties the game vs. Minnesota

Wisconsin's Braedyn Locke links up with Will Pauling for a 20-yard TD to cut Illinois' lead