The Packers are in a better spot to replace Malik Willis than when they traded for him
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Key Points:
- Green Bay Packers backup quarterback Malik Willis is expected to sign with another NFL team in 2026, likely commanding a contract similar to Justin Fields’ two-year, $40 million deal, which is a benchmark for backup QBs proving their worth.
- Due to salary cap constraints and lack of first-round picks, the Packers are unlikely to pay a high price for a veteran backup quarterback, instead bolstering their roster by acquiring Desmond Ridder and Kyle McCord to support starter Jordan Love.
- The 2023 draft highlighted the challenges of finding quality backup quarterbacks, as a run on QBs led Green Bay to select Sean Clifford, who, along with other mid-round picks, failed to secure a lasting NFL role, illustrating the risks of
