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Malik Willis Sparks Free-Agent Buzz Amid QB Shuffle

2/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

Malik Willis, a quarterback for the Packers, may attract free-agent interest due to limited options.
If signed, Willis could receive a deal like Justin Fields' two-year, $40 million contract.
Joe Flacco and Marcus Mariota are available, with Flacco showing potential as a stopgap.
Daniel Jones of the Colts is projected to receive a four-year, $178 million contract, though the Achilles injury may affect negotiations.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's quarterback contract surge began in 2021, highlighted by Dak Prescott's four-year, $160 million deal with the Dallas Cowboys. This trend, driven by teams' heavy investments in quarterbacks, continued with Justin Fields securing a two-year, $40 million contract. As of 2023, Malik Willis's potential free-agent interest underscores the ongoing demand for quarterbacks, significantly impacting team strategies and the league's financial landscape.

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Story summary

Malik Willis, a quarterback for the Packers, may attract free-agent interest due to limited options.
If signed, Willis could receive a deal like Justin Fields' two-year, $40 million contract.
Joe Flacco and Marcus Mariota are available, with Flacco showing potential as a stopgap.
Daniel Jones of the Colts is projected to receive a four-year, $178 million contract, though the Achilles injury may affect negotiations.

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