David Wallis

Early life and college career Wallis attended Croatan High School in Newport, North Carolina and played four positions, including at quarterback, running back, placekicker, and return specialist. He began playing for the Randolph–Macon Yellow Jackets in 2019 as a running back and wide receiver, but ultimately chose to play as a return specialist in his junior season while retaining the wide receiver position throughout his college tenure. As a wide receiver, he tallied 3,144 yards receiving from 146 receptions and 34 touchdowns in 42 games played.

Professional career

Wallis signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent on June 3, 2024. He was waived on August 27. He briefly practiced with the New York Giants shortly after he was waived. In September 2024, the Chicago Bears briefly took interest in Wallis for a return specialist on the team following poor performances by Velus Jones Jr. in Week 1.