Willis was acquired from Tennessee in a late-round draft-day trade and has logged back-to-back seasons as Green Bay’s primary backup. In 2024, he appeared in seven games, completing 74.1% of his passes for 550 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions, plus 138 rushing yards and a rushing score. Last season, he again posted efficient numbers: 422 passing yards, three TDs, no interceptions, and a 85.7% completion rate, along with 123 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns.
A notable prediction circulating the offseason suggests Willis could land with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a fit highlighted for his dual-threat ability and potential to lead a developing offense. The scenario envisions Willis as a long-term solution at quarterback, offering a path to replace veteran leadership should Aaron Rodgers depart.
If Willis departs Green Bay, the Packers will need to address the vacancy. Potential options include pursuing a trade for Anthony Richardson, exploring the NFL Draft for a quarterback, or signing a free-agent quarterback to compete for the starting role. Regardless of the path, Willis’s impending free agency marks a turning point for both his career and Green Bay’s quarterback plans.
