{"id":164671,"date":"2026-03-15T22:41:57","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T22:41:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=164671"},"modified":"2026-03-15T22:41:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T22:41:57","slug":"%f0%9f%9a%a8breaking-sad-news-former-packers-qb-malik-willis-shared-a-deeply-emotional-farewell-to-green-bay-after-his-move-to-the-dolphins-in-a-heartfelt-message-willis-thanked-the-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=164671","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udea8BREAKING: SAD NEWS \u2014 Former Packers QB Malik Willis shared a deeply emotional farewell to Green Bay after his move to the Dolphins. In a heartfelt message, Willis thanked the city, the locker room, and the fans who believed in him, admitting that Jordan Love\u2019s rise left him no choice but to step aside. His words have left Packers Nation both proud and heartbroken. \ud83d\udc40\ud83d\udc47\ud83d\udc47\ud83d\udc47"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Miami, Florida \u2013 March 15, 2026<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis has officially begun a new chapter in his career after signing a major deal with the Miami Dolphins. But before fully turning the page, Willis delivered an emotional farewell message to Green Bay \u2014 and revealed the difficult reality that ultimately pushed him to move on.<\/p>\n

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Willis recently agreed to a\u00a0three-year contract worth $67.5 million<\/strong>\u00a0with Miami, a deal that includes\u00a0$45 million guaranteed<\/strong>\u00a0and two void years designed to give the Dolphins salary cap flexibility. The contract averages about\u00a0$22.5 million per year<\/strong>, with Willis receiving roughly\u00a0$23.5 million in cash during the 2026 season<\/strong>, largely through a signing bonus of about\u00a0$22.5 million<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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While the deal signals Miami\u2019s belief that Willis could develop into a potential starting quarterback, the move also marks the end of his time in Green Bay \u2014 a place he says will always hold a special place in his heart.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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“Green Bay WILL ALWAYS BE SPECIAL TO ME. Packers FANS WELCOMED ME FROM THE VERY FIRST DAY I STEPPED INTO THAT LOCKER ROOM. EVERY TIME I PUT ON THAT JERSEY, I GAVE EVERYTHING I HAD. I’LL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL FOR THE LOVE FROM THIS CITY, THE ENERGY AT LAMBEAU, AND THE MEMORIES WE CREATED TOGETHER.”<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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However, Willis admitted that the presence of franchise quarterback\u00a0Jordan Love<\/strong>\u00a0made it difficult for him to see a long-term future in Green Bay.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cIf I stayed there, I would always be his shadow,\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0Willis said when discussing his decision.\u00a0\u201cJordan is an incredible quarterback and a true leader of that team. I respect him a lot, but I also knew I needed a place where I could chase my own path and prove what I can do.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Willis spent his time with the Packers primarily as a backup quarterback, providing depth behind Love while learning within Green Bay\u2019s system. Despite limited opportunities on the field, teammates and coaches consistently praised his work ethic and professionalism inside the locker room.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Now, Miami is offering him the opportunity he had been waiting for \u2014 a real chance to compete for a starting role.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The structure of Willis\u2019 contract reflects that belief. His\u00a02026 salary of $1.25 million and his $21.5 million salary in 2027 are fully guaranteed<\/strong>, while the Dolphins maintain flexibility with the\u00a02028 season worth $20.5 million and a $2 million roster bonus<\/strong>\u00a0if he remains on the team by March of that year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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For Willis, the move is more than just a contract. It represents the chance to step out of the shadow of one of the NFL\u2019s rising stars and build his own legacy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Still, his farewell message made one thing clear \u2014\u00a0Green Bay will always remain part of his story.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Malik<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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And while the Dolphins may now hold the next chapter of his career, Packers fans will remember the quarterback who left with gratitude, humility, and a quiet understanding that sometimes in the NFL, opportunity simply lies somewhere else.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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