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9 Teams Submit Trade Offers for Packers QB Malik Willis — Market Heating Up Fast

Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis delivered one of the most impressive preseason performances in recent memory, showcasing poise, precision, and command well beyond his experience level. While preseason stats rarely translate into instant stardom, his showing has sparked genuine interest around the league.

According to multiple league sources, at least nine NFL teams have inquired about Willis’s availability as the preseason winds down. With quarterback depth always at a premium, the former Liberty standout has quickly become a name circulating among front offices.

Miami Dolphins
With questions surrounding Tua Tagovailoa’s long-term durability, the Dolphins see Willis as a viable insurance policy. Pairing him with Jaylen Waddle in a high-speed offense could be a late-season spark if Miami struggles early.

New York Jets
If the Justin Fields experiment falters, Willis’s dual-threat profile may be a cleaner fit in offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand’s system. His ability to stress edges with designed runs while operating play-action concepts could unlock a steadier, on-schedule attack.

Cleveland Browns
Depth has been a talking point in Cleveland, and adding Willis would be a forward-looking move. Evaluators believe he has more upside than several quarterbacks currently on the Browns’ roster.

Baltimore Ravens
In a system that prizes efficiency and quarterback mobility, Willis’s decision-making and run threat could offer a safer, stylistically consistent backup behind Lamar Jackson, especially given the team’s high expectations heading into 2025.

Indianapolis Colts
With Anthony Richardson still developing and depth questions behind him, Indianapolis sees Willis as a player who could compete for a primary backup role and step in if necessary.

Jacksonville Jaguars
Trevor Lawrence’s recent injury history has put the Jaguars on alert. Willis could provide stability as a capable No. 2, ready to step into a playoff-caliber offense without disrupting the team’s rhythm.

Houston Texans
C.J. Stroud is the franchise centerpiece, but given the physical toll he could face behind Houston’s line, the Texans have explored bolstering the quarterback room with Willis’s dependable pocket movement and scramble ability.

New Orleans Saints
With the quarterback position unsettled, the Saints could give Willis a legitimate chance to start, especially if the offense stalls under current options.

Arizona Cardinals
If the Kyler Murray situation shifts after 2025, Willis could be part of a bridge plan — competing in camp while a rookie first-rounder develops in the system.

While no trade is imminent, league insiders expect the conversation around Malik Willis to intensify in the coming weeks. For quarterback-needy teams, the 6-foot-1 Packer may be one preseason star worth pursuing before the regular season kicks off.

 

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Packers 1,653-Yard WR Opens Practice Window, Returns to Practice Today
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