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Malik Willis Emerges as Top 2026 Free-Agent QB, Drawing Steelers Interest

A thin 2026 quarterback market plus an efficient Green Bay cameo has vaulted his price into starter territory.

Overview

  • Forbes reports Willis will be among the top quarterbacks available when free agency opens March 11, with projections in the $25–$30 million per year range.
  • Publicly discussed suitors include Miami, Arizona, Pittsburgh, Cleveland and the New York Jets, reflecting broad demand at the position.
  • Steelers-focused coverage frames Willis as a realistic target as Pittsburgh evaluates options with Aaron Rodgers’ future uncertain and the draft class viewed as shallow.
  • Willis boosted his value in Green Bay with sharp efficiency, including a 2025 line of 30-of-35 passing for 422 yards, three TDs, no picks and two rushing scores, plus an 85.7% completion rate.
  • If Willis departs, reporting points to the Packers pursuing a veteran backup, with Trey Lance and Gardner Minshew mentioned and Lance expected to reach unrestricted free agency in March.