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Fantasy Football Today fantasy football takes on Malik Willis
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from Fantasy Football Today about Malik Willis.
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All Fantasy Football Today insights about Malik Willis
PositiveSleeperSep 1, 2026
Malik Willis is a recommended round 13 bench stash due to his rushing upside and strong arm; he has the potential to replicate the production he showed while starting for Green Bay last year, where he averaged over 25 fantasy points per game.NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026
Malik Willis is starting for the Dolphins. The source notes Willis's rushing ability should help Devon Achane remain an efficient rusher despite a subpar offensive line. However, Willis is the worst quarterback in the last two years in terms of target rate to running backs, though the source believes this is changing through practice and coaching emphasis. Willis was observed throwing to his running back multiple times in practice, suggesting improved passing game involvement with running backs.NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026
There are questions regarding whether Malik Willis will live up to fantasy expectations, leading to a preference for a safer floor at the quarterback position.PositiveSleeperAug 18, 2026
Adam Aizer suggests Malik Willis could be the best running quarterback this year, offering significant fantasy upside as a late-round sleeper.PositiveUsageAug 18, 2026
Jamie Eisenberg notes that Malik Willis has looked good in practice against the Dolphins defense and serves as a viable late-round quarterback option for best ball formats.PositiveBreakoutAug 15, 2026
Malik Willis is being slept on as a late-round steal with rushing upside comparable to Anthony Richardson, but with a more proven track record as a passer. The market has not adjusted his ADP despite the potential for him to secure the starting job long-term, making him a high-upside QB2 target.PositiveValueAug 12, 2026
Zacharisen identifies Willis as a top value and dart throw due to his elite rushing floor, noting that Willis averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game via his legs during his three-game stint in Green Bay. Despite concerns about the Miami pass-catching corps, Zacharisen argues that Willis's rushing production mirrors the path Justin Fields took to fantasy relevance, making him a strong asset even if his passing development remains volatile.PositiveSleeperAug 11, 2026
Willis is positioned as a late-round QB sleeper with huge upside but very questionable floor due to a terrible offensive environment. Comparable to Tyler Shuck as a wait-on-QB strategy alternative to investing in premium QBs like Mahomes, Nix, or Goff.PositiveSleeperAug 11, 2026
Willis is listed among Jamie's sleeper picks, indicating he is a recommended target in drafts.PositiveSleeperAug 11, 2026
Sleeper quarterback whose fantasy production will hinge on rushing ability; has looked good throwing the ball according to reports and has been connecting with receivers like Caleb Douglas; receiving corps expected to continue evolving; rushing upside is the key driver of fantasy value.NegativeSleeperAug 4, 2026
Dave Richard highlights Malik Willis as a late-round quarterback target due to his rushing upside and potential to contribute in the Dolphins' offense, which currently lacks depth at wide receiver. Richard suggests drafting him as a low-risk flier to see how the first few weeks of the season unfold.NegativeProjectionJul 21, 2026
Malik Willis had an 8.6% running back target rate in his previous role, which is unbelievably low—even lower than Matthew Stafford's 10.7%, the lowest among qualified NFL passers. Turner acknowledges this is a concern but expects Willis to improve his RB targeting in Green Bay, though he doesn't expect Willis to go from last to first.NegativeRoleJul 21, 2026
Turner likes Willis as a player and notes his ability to run will help the Titans' run game. However, early in the season, opposing teams will force Willis to beat them with his arm rather than relying on the run game. His target percentage to running backs has been the lowest in the NFL over the last two years, which is a concern when transitioning to a situation with Devon Henry, a pass-catching back.PositiveProjectionJul 13, 2026
Malik Willis is grouped with Kyler Murray and Baker Mayfield in a tier where he could be awesome or absolutely terrible.PositiveProjectionJun 23, 2026
Malik Willis was as dominant as any running back discussed, suggesting he has significant upside potential.PositiveSleeperMay 22, 2026
Malik Willis showed impressive throws last year and has the potential to be a starting fantasy quarterback, possibly finishing as a top 12 guy. His current ADP as QB 21 makes him a worthwhile late-round pick.PositiveSleeperNo date
Malik Willis has a chance to be a top-12 quarterback and is classified as a sleeper due to his ADP. He has never achieved top-12 production in the NFL before, making him a breakout candidate with upside.PositiveSleeperNo date
Willis is recommended as a late-round stash with upside contingent on a decent camp; expected to run zone reads and RPOs in Miami's offense (similar to 2025 Green Bay), which leverages his rushing ability as a fantasy cheat code. His passing film from last year was solid, and he's comfortable in the offensive scheme, making him a worthwhile late-round shot comparable to Drake May's archetype.NegativeValueNo date
Willis is presented as a high-upside but risky pairing option in mid-round quarterback strategy; the source suggests pairing him with another upside QB (like Tyler Shuck) is not ideal, preferring instead to pair higher-floor options like Jared Goff or Kyler Murray with a safe late-round floor play like Sam Darnold.NegativeProjectionNo date
Malik Willis is QB21 at current ADP. The source notes the depth of the quarterback position at this tier but provides no specific analysis of Willis.