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All FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast insights about Malik Willis
PositiveSleeperSep 4, 2026
Malik Willis is ranked as the number two sleeper quarterback, primarily driven by his rushing potential.PositiveUsageSep 1, 2026
Malik Willis is praised for his rushing upside, making him an intriguing superflex target, especially when paired with a top-tier quarterback.PositiveBreakoutAug 29, 2026
Willis is identified as a high-upside quarterback target to pair with a starter in a 16-team league format.PositiveProjectionAug 28, 2026
In a 10-team superflex format, Malik Willis is preferred over Jared Goff for his rushing upside. If the roster lacks Lions pass-catchers like Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta, or Amon-Ra St. Brown, Willis is the recommended target to chase high-ceiling production.PositiveSleeperAug 28, 2026
Malik Willis is identified as a high-upside sleeper with QB1 potential who is being drafted outside the top 20, making him a preferred late-round target over early-round quarterback investments.PositiveProjectionAug 28, 2026
Fantasy Pros projections rank Malik Willis number two in rushing yards at quarterback with over 600 projected yards; JJ Zachariason cites research showing 28 quarterbacks with 500+ rushing yards over the last 10 years, with only three failing to finish as top-10 fantasy quarterbacks and an average finish of QB5, supporting Willis's upside as a sleeper.PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026
JJ Zachariason projects Willis to hit seven or more points per game via rushing, noting that 25 of 28 quarterbacks who hit that mark since 2011 finished as top-10 fantasy QBs. Zachariason views him as a high-end QB2 at worst, similar to Justin Fields, and argues his current QB22 ADP is a massive mispricing given his rushing floor.PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026
JJ Zachariason predicts Malik Willis will finish as a QB1. In three starts with Green Bay, Willis averaged 58 rushing yards and one touchdown per game (11.8 fantasy points via rushing). Even if his rushing production regresses to 7 points per game, historical data shows that quarterbacks who rush for 7+ PPG and throw 300+ times almost always finish as top-10 fantasy QBs.PositiveValueAug 21, 2026
JJ Zachariason identifies Malik Willis as a high-upside target in double-digit rounds, noting his current ADP of QB21 (157th overall) is far too low compared to his own ranking of QB14 (103rd overall). Zachariason emphasizes that Willis's rushing ability provides a significant fantasy floor, making him a must-draft player who can be secured in round 10 or later.PositiveSleeperAug 21, 2026
Alfredo Brown targets Malik Willis as a late-round (13th) QB20 who offers massive value due to his rushing floor. Over his career, Willis has averaged nearly seven rush attempts per start; historically, QBs with 100+ rush attempts finish as top-12 fantasy options. Willis is a near-lock to outkick his ADP if he stays healthy, allowing drafters to wait on the QB position.NegativeUsageAug 21, 2026
Jaden Higgins suggests pairing late-round quarterbacks like Malik Willis and Jared Goff as a viable strategy if waiting until rounds 14 or 15 to address the position.PositiveBreakoutAug 20, 2026
Seeley highlights Malik Willis as a high-upside, late-round quarterback who can outperform his ADP due to elite rushing production. Seeley argues that even with mediocre passing stats (2,800 yards/15 TDs), Willis's rushing floor—projected at 706+ yards—makes him a viable QB1. Fitzmaurice adds that Willis has improved significantly under Matt LaFleur in Green Bay, citing his 78% completion rate and 6 TDs/0 INTs in limited action, and suggests he is a perfect late-round target to pair with a safer veteran.PositiveUsageAug 19, 2026
Pat Fitzmaurice drafts Malik Willis as a backup quarterback, noting his rushing floor (8.5 fantasy points per game in six starts) and his development as a passer under Matt LaFleur.NegativeUsageAug 16, 2026
The source suggests Malik Willis as a potential target for managers who choose to punt the quarterback position in deep 16-team formats to focus on other roster spots.PositiveValueAug 13, 2026
Malik Willis is identified as a potential value quarterback target available at the end of drafts in deeper 16-team leagues.NegativeUsageAug 11, 2026
Malik Willis offers significant rushing upside, having consistently exceeded 40 rushing yards in games where he played at least 60% of snaps, making him a viable risk as a QB2.PositiveValueAug 8, 2026
Willis is a 'Konami Code' quarterback option for the final round of drafts, offering top-12 upside due to his elite rushing floor (44.8 yards per game) and high big-time throw rate.PositiveBreakoutAug 4, 2026
Derek Brown predicts that Malik Willis will finish as a top-5 fantasy quarterback in points per game.NegativeProjectionJul 23, 2026
The source expresses skepticism about Malik Willis as a make-or-break QB candidate, noting that while rushing upside could exist, the lack of receiving weapons makes it harder to envision him competing for QB one.NegativeProjectionJul 21, 2026
Malik Willis was selected on Debro's bench as a quarterback in the mock draft.PositiveSleeperJul 21, 2026
The source drafted Malik Willis as a late-round quarterback with upside, describing him as dismissed and having upside for days.PositiveValueJul 17, 2026
Malik Willis offers free Konami upside as a late-round quarterback option, with potential to be QB21 or better.PositiveProjectionJul 16, 2026
Willis is positioned as a late-round QB with top 12 upside due to his rushing ability with Miami, offering QB2 potential that is being drafted too late.PositiveValueJul 14, 2026
Willis is highlighted as a late-round quarterback option (QB21) with rushing upside; going outside the top 90 in ADP provides excellent value.PositiveBreakoutJul 13, 2026
Willis was included in the Athletic's breakout quarterback series with strong efficiency metrics: fourth in touchdown or first down percentage per throw over the past 3-4 years and 13.3 designed rushing rate, only behind Anthony Richardson, Justin Fields, and Jalen Hurts.PositiveProjectionJul 13, 2026
Willis has top-three rushing upside in the NFL and would throw 2,800 yards and 15 touchdowns to still be a QB1, making him underranked relative to Kyler Murray despite being drafted 1.5-2 rounds later.PositiveValueJul 13, 2026
Willis is being undervalued due to playing for the Dolphins, a team everyone wants to trash, when he would likely be ranked much higher if he had signed with teams like the Steelers or Cardinals.PositiveValueJul 13, 2026
Willis is undervalued at QB 21 despite rushing upside comparable to top-three NFL rushing QBs (behind only Anthony Richardson), and even with modest passing stats (2,800 yards, 15 TDs), he would still project as a QB1 due to rushing volume.PositiveUsageJul 13, 2026
Willis posted a 5.6% big time throw rate over his last two years as a starter (118 dropbacks), which would have ranked 8th best ahead of Caleb Williams among 100+ dropback qualifiers.PositiveUsageJul 13, 2026
Over his last two years as a starter (118 dropbacks), Willis averaged 10.9 yards per attempt (ranked 1st among QBs) and 44.8 rushing yards per game (ranked 1st, 4th, and 3rd over the last three years).PositiveProjectionJul 13, 2026
Willis is ranked QB 21 in ADP but should be QB 15, as his rushing upside combined with passing ability projects him as a top 12 quarterback if he stays healthy.PositiveProjectionJul 2, 2026
The source notes that Malik Willis has made you pay when fading him in the past; despite the Raiders being favored, Willis may not even play in Week 1 as Kirk Cousins is expected to start instead.PositiveValueJun 9, 2026
Malik Willis is considered a great value pick in one quarterback leagues due to his potential to run and create fantasy points.PositiveRoleJun 4, 2026
Malik Willis has shown promise in his limited sample size, suggesting he could be effective in the right circumstances.PositiveRoleJun 4, 2026
Malik Willis is now the starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, but his performance will determine if they pursue another quarterback in the draft.NegativeInjuryJun 3, 2026
Malik Willis is struggling in training camp, with reports of him being picked off by rookies, raising concerns about his performance.PositiveBreakoutNo date
Malik Willis is characterized as having loads of upside with significant rushing potential; the source identifies him as a deep quarterback option with breakout potential in Superflex formats.