Will Pauling

Pauling was one of the only bright spots of Wisconsin's passing game in 2023. He brought in 74 passes for 837 yards and six touchdowns, thriving in the slot role that remains a staple in OC Phil Longo's offense. Tanner Mordecai has moved on to the pro ranks, but the Badgers ventured to the transfer portal again to nab a signal-caller in Miami transfer Tyler Van Dyke, who seems the most likely candidate to start. Regardless, Pauling should be heavily targeted in the offense again as the Badgers look for a better Year 2 in the "Dairy Raid." Pauling's ability to get open and stretch the field should keep him at the top of Van Dyke's radar, and if the Badgers can keep consistency at the quarterback position, Pauling could challenge for his first-ever 1,000-yard season in 2024.