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ESPN NFL fantasy football takes on Malik Willis
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from ESPN NFL about Malik Willis.
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All ESPN NFL insights about Malik Willis
PositiveProjectionAug 4, 2026
The Dolphins' free agent signing is being developed as a passer despite his dual-threat capabilities. GM Jon-Eric Sullivan, who worked with Willis in Green Bay, praised his complete athletic toolkit: 'There is nothing that he does not have [athletically]. He can beat you with his legs, putting a ton of pressure on the defense. If you watch him throw a football, he can attack all three levels of the field.' Willis also possesses intangibles including weather resilience and 'quiet confidence' that Sullivan initially mistook for indifference. Willis is on a reasonable three-year, $67 million deal with $45 million guaranteed and a $25.9 million cap hit in 2027, offering flexibility if he proves viable.NegativeValueAug 4, 2026
Malik Willis drafted at pick 9.13 (QB1 in knockout league mock) with bye week 6; early quarterback selection in knockout format.NegativeProjectionAug 4, 2026
Malik Willis was the 21st quarterback off the board in this 18-team Knockout league mock, selected by Malik Willis Jim McCormick who waited on the position. Willis represents a late-round quarterback strategy in deep formats.NegativeUsageAug 1, 2026
Willis is taking reps as the Dolphins' quarterback during training camp, including the final play of practice where he was 'sacked' by defensive tackle Zach Sieler while Proctor was at left guard.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Quarterback has largely remained in the pocket during both spring and training camp practices, but will certainly be utilized as a runner once the regular season begins. Willis scored on a designed quarterback run during red-zone drills, indicating the Dolphins plan to incorporate his rushing ability into their offensive scheme.