Dennis Jay Paulson (born September 27, 1962) is an American professional golfer. Paulson was born in San Gabriel, California. He had a PGA Tour victory in 2000. His tour nickname is The Chief. Paulson has been featured in the top 50 of the Official World Golf Rankings. After Paulson's playing career slowed, he became a radio commentator on the PGA Tour's Sirius XM station.