ESPN's NFL Nation reporters simulated the free agent market for quarterback Malik Willis, projecting him to sign with the Minnesota Vikings. The 26-year-old backup, who spent the past two seasons with the Green Bay Packers, has only six career starts but showed significant improvement as a passer in limited action.

Willis's 2025 season stats included 422 passing yards, three touchdowns, and a 79% completion rate over 89 attempts. His 10.9 yards per attempt and 86.3 total QBR ranked among the league's best, despite his limited sample size. The simulation considered six teams: the Browns, Cardinals, Dolphins, Jets, Steelers, and Vikings.

Three teams passed on Willis due to salary cap constraints or roster needs. The Cardinals offered two years and $33 million, the Jets proposed two years and $40 million, while the Vikings won with a one-year, $20 million fully guaranteed deal. Minnesota's offer included playing alongside wide receiver Justin Jefferson and competing for a starting role, making it attractive for Willis to prove himself in a featured role.