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Malik Willis: Free Agency Frenzy and Warner's Doubts
4 Mar
Summary
- Kurt Warner questions $30 million contract rumors for Malik Willis.
- Willis struggled with the Titans, had limited play with Packers.
- Free agency QB market is thin, potentially driving up Willis's price.
Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner has voiced surprise regarding potential contract figures for free agent quarterback Malik Willis. Warner stated that the rumors of Willis commanding $25 million to $30 million per year seem "crazy," especially given the limited on-field evidence. He highlighted that over the past two years, there are only about 28 meaningful dropbacks to evaluate, excluding quick passes and scrambles. Willis's tenure with the Tennessee Titans was difficult, and his appearances with the Green Bay Packers were infrequent as a backup for Jordan Love. However, his dual-threat ability as a runner is a significant factor that teams will consider beyond his passing game. With a scarcity of quality quarterbacks in the free agency pool, Willis is positioned as the best available option. This situation could ignite a bidding war among multiple teams in need of a signal-caller, potentially leading to the substantial contract Warner questioned. Ultimately, Willis will need to prove his capabilities to his new team and validate the investment, regardless of external opinions.
