Malik Willis
Mentioned in 59 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A quarterback who recently became a free agent after serving as a backup for the Green Bay Packers, Willis is widely discussed across NFL podcasts as a potential acquisition target for multiple teams including the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, and Pittsburgh Steelers. Ranked among the top free agent quarterbacks despite a weak 2025 QB free agent class, he is characterized as a high-risk, high-reward option with a 134+ passer rating in limited action. Podcasters debate his value as either a potential franchise solution or system-dependent prospect, with projected market value around $30 million per year.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Pat McAfee Show · May 5, 2026
PMS 2.0 1545 - Overreaction Monday with Adam Schefter, Shams Charania, Danny Green, Jesse Cole, Nelly Korda
“Threw opening pitch at Miami stadium; overthrew ball in first pitch ceremony as new Dolphins quarterback”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Apr 12, 2026
Extreme Makeover: Packers 2026 Offseason Edition
“Departed backup QB who earned starting opportunity with Dolphins after integral role with Packers”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 8, 2026
Dolphins HC Jeff Hafley on QB Malik Willis + Which QBs will take big jump in 2026? (4/8 Hour 2)
“Former Packers backup now starting QB for Dolphins under Hafley with similar offensive terminology”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
2026 NFL Draft - Quarterback Preview!!!
“Former Packers backup who developed under LaFleur system and signed with Miami as starter”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Apr 1, 2026
BACKUP: The 2026 QB class provides ample options for the Packers chasing a Malik Willis replacement
“Former Packers backup; case study for athletic QB success and trade asset value”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Mar 31, 2026
Stephen Jones on George Pickens Contract + Ravens President on Max Crosby Trade (3/31 Hour 2)
“Referenced as major free agency name alongside Tyler Linderbaum during lackluster 2024 free agency period”
Nightcap · Mar 23, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 2: Skattebo's CTE joke , Malik Willis ready to thrive in Miami, Abdul Carter Changes Numbers
“New Dolphins starting QB discussed for humble media approach and readiness to lead franchise”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 23, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 2: Skattebo's CTE joke , Malik Willis ready to thrive in Miami, Abdul Carter Changes Numbers
“New Dolphins starting QB praised for humble media approach and avoiding arrogance in discussing readiness”
First Things First · Mar 17, 2026
Jaylen Waddle traded to Broncos, Venezuela beats Italy, Alex Rodriguez joins, King of the Hill
“Dolphins quarterback; discussed as stopgap option in Miami's rebuild year”
Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast · Mar 17, 2026
Coaching Changes & Fantasy Impact, Bald Squad! - Fantasy Football Podcast for 3/17
“Signed to significant contract with Dolphins; hosts debate his proven ability as NFL starter”
Pardon My Take · Mar 11, 2026
Maxx Crosby Is No Longer A Raven, Nate Tice Joins Us To Talk NFL Free Agency, World Baseball Classic, Hot Seat/Cool Throne And A Laser Tag Debate During Guys On Chicks
“QB signed by Dolphins as bridge option; previously with Packers under similar coaching staff”
Nightcap · Mar 10, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 2: Mike Evans LEAVES Tampa, Tua to the Falcons, Chiefs sign Kenneth Walker III
“QB signed by Miami Dolphins for $67.5M; discussed as backup option with Green Bay experience”
Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast · Mar 10, 2026
Free Agent Frenzy! + Big Trades - Fantasy Football Podcast for 3/10
“Signed to 3-year, $67.5M deal despite limited starting experience (6 starts)”
Nightcap · Mar 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Claressa Shields STANDS ON BUSINESS with Unc + Dolphins RELEASE Tua + Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker SIGNS with CHEIFS
“Signed by Dolphins to 3-year, $67.5M deal; looked elite as Jordan Love injury replacement with Packers”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Claressa Shields STANDS ON BUSINESS with Unc + Dolphins RELEASE Tua + Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker SIGNS with CHEIFS
“Signed 3-year, $67.5M deal with Dolphins; impressed as backup for Packers when Jordan Love injured”
First Things First · Mar 9, 2026
Ravens trade for Maxx Crosby, Chiefs sign Kenneth Walker, Wemby ‘best player in the world?’
“Quarterback signed by Dolphins with 3-year, $67.5M deal; has 155 career passing attempts”
Nightcap · Mar 9, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 1: Maxx Crosby TRADED to Ravens, Steelers SEARCHING for QB Answers
“Backup QB with Green Bay experience; discussed as potential Steelers option but no rush to acquire him”
Nightcap · Mar 7, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 1: Kyler Murray still a FRANCHISE QB or WASHED UP, ROASTING Cowboy Fans for BELIEVING 30 Years of Jerry Jones “Our Year” Lies
“Quarterback available in free agency; discussed as potential fit for Arizona or Miami”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 7, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 1: Kyler Murray still a FRANCHISE QB or WASHED UP, ROASTING Cowboy Fans for BELIEVING 30 Years of Jerry Jones “Our Year” Lies
“QB available in free agency discussed as potential fit for Arizona Cardinals or Miami Dolphins”
First Things First · Mar 6, 2026
Nuggets beat Lakers, Jayson Tatum to return from Achilles tear, Brou’s NBA MVP Ballot, Title Pie
“Quarterback entering free agency; discussed as potential starter with limited resume (6 career starts)”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 5, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: LeBron ENJOYS Playing Game 7’s on ROAD + Jeremy Lin & Kobe Didn’t SPEAK for 5 MONTHS + Gil Areanas PRASIS Iso Joe + Pats RELEASE Stefon Diggs + Chiefs TRADE Trent McDuffie + Cardinals RELEASE Kyler Muarray
“Discussed as free agent QB option for Arizona and Miami; analyzed as potential backup/starter”
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Mar 2, 2026
Texans Trades, Maxx’s Market and Biggest Offsseason Questions
“Free agent quarterback; analyzed as having better market than Kyler Murray despite lower profile”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
Surprising NFL Combine Rumors: Could Braxton Jones RETURN to the Bears? | CHGO Bears Podcast
“QB; referenced as example of backup QB gaining trade value through development”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 2, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 1: Steelers QB Plans: Anthony Richardson to Pittsburgh? + Gainwell to test Free Agency
“Free agent QB with 6 games starting experience; market value estimated at $40M over 2 years”
Nightcap · Mar 2, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 1: Steelers QB Plans: Anthony Richardson to Pittsburgh? + Gainwell to test Free Agency
“Free agent QB with 6 games experience; contract negotiations dropping from $30M to $40M over 2 years ($20M/year)”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
Revealing the Packers 2026 March Madness Bracket!!!
“Backup quarterback who won critical games for Packers and expected to generate third-round compensatory pick in free agency”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 2, 2026
March 2, 2026 Hour 4
“QB prospect central to Dolphins free agency discussion; Green Bay backup with proven game-winning ability”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 2, 2026
March 2, 2026 Hour 2
“Young QB option expected to command $30 million annually; considered expensive for unproven talent”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Mar 2, 2026
Jeremiyah Love at the combine, Speed is taking over the NFL, AI's impact on the NFL
“NFL quarterback positioned for lucrative free agent contract after proving improvement”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Mar 2, 2026
PACKERS TYPES: What NFL draft prospects helped, hurt themselves with Green Bay at the NFL combine
“Quarterback potentially earning $30+ million annually, affecting Packers comp pick projections”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Mar 1, 2026
Should the Packers Bring Back Kenny Clark?!
“Packers backup QB entering free agency; expected to command ~$30M annually, likely leaving Green Bay”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Feb 28, 2026
Packers Offseason Chat w/ Tyler Brooke!!!
“Packers backup quarterback who filled in effectively during injuries and is departing in free agency”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 Hour 4 Anthony Richardson
“Quarterback acquired by Green Bay Packers on seventh-round pick trade; example of speculative quarterback acquisition”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Feb 27, 2026
FRIDAY NEWS DUMP: Are the Packers falling behind doing everything possible to keep players healthy?
“Player expected to receive significant free agent contract, generating comp pick for Packers”
First Take · Feb 27, 2026
Hour 2: Should OKC Worry About the Spurs?
“Backup QB discussed as potential free agent with Sam Darnold-like impact opportunity in Arizona with Mike LaFleur”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 27, 2026
Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza, Ohio State WR Carnell Tate, Alabama QB Ty Simpson, and more join the show from Indy (2/27 Hour 2)
“QB discussed for free agency negotiations, referenced as third-round pick success story”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
Packers Grades Drop Drastically in Latest NFLPA Report Card!
“Free agent quarterback expected to command significant salary; discussed as alternative to trade options”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Feb 27, 2026
Quarterback Carousel Check-In + Combine News & Rumors
“Free agent QB; projected $30M/year market value; option for Jets, Dolphins, Steelers”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 26, 2026
Texas CB Malik Muhammad, Miami CB Keionte Scott, LSU CB Mansoor Delane, Clemson CB Avieon Terrell, & Tennessee Jermod McCoy join the show from Indy
“NFL quarterback and Avieon Terrell's high school (Raines) alumnus”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Feb 26, 2026
Packers Continue to Monitor Season Ticket Holders!!!
“Quarterback free agent; linked to Arizona Cardinals; considered top free agent in quarterback class”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 25, 2026
February 25, 2026 Hour 3 Chris Perkins & Seth Everett
“Quarterback prospect being considered by Dolphins; discussed regarding commitment level and contract value”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Feb 25, 2026
NFC North Offseason Chat w/ The Paul Farrington Show!!!
“Packers backup QB discussed as potential free agent option for Vikings or other teams”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Feb 25, 2026
NFL Combine Quotes That Could Haunt Coaches and GMs
“Packers backup QB now top free agent target for multiple teams including Dolphins due to weak QB market.”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Feb 24, 2026
FIGHTING FOR DRAFT PICKS: Ryan Poles & Ian Cunningham AGREE Bears Deserve Compensation | CHGO Bears
“QB free agent; discussed as alternative to Tyson Bajent; Cardinals and Dolphins interest mentioned”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 24, 2026
Falcons to franchise tag Kyle Pitts Sr. + First look at PFT’s top 100 free agent list (2/24 Hour 2)
“Quarterback discussed as potential free agent option for Falcons”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 24, 2026
Cowboys plan to franchise tag George Pickens + Will Colts get a new deal done with Daniel Jones? (2/24 Hour 1)
“Free agent QB; ranked #10 on PFT Top 100; 6 games played with 134+ passer rating; intriguing option”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Feb 24, 2026
Packers Offseason Chat w/ Justis Mosqueda!!!
“Quarterback prospect ranked #1 on NFL's free agent list, discussed as potential backup option”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Feb 24, 2026
The Six NFL Teams No One Is Talking About
“Free agent QB prospect; potential target for Colts if Daniel Jones deal fails; viewed as high-risk, high-reward option”
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Feb 23, 2026
Burning Offseason Questions and Pitts Tagged with Ian Rapoport
“Quarterback ranked #1 free agent prospect; discussed as potential fit for Miami or Arizona”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 13, 2026
Sharp or Square - NFL Offseason Mailbag - Free Agent QBs, NFL Future Bets and more
“Free agent quarterback identified as only remotely exciting option in weak 2025 QB free agent class”