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Malik Willis: In Danger Of Being Cut By Titans?

Trey Daubert / NFL / July 9, 2023

Malik Willis: In Danger Of Being Cut By Titans?

The Tennessee Titans selected Malik Willis in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft. As we enter the 2023 NFL Season, it appears that Willis might be on the verge of losing his job entirely. Crazy, right? I think it’s safe to say Willis didn’t pass his test as a rookie and could be a cut candidate this year.

VIA Jim Wyatt at Titans.com:

“Question: Hi Jim. Thanks for getting us all through these dog days, can’t wait until we have some actual football to talk about.”

“My question is about Malik Willis. It’s great to hear all the reports that suggest he’s making improvements, but I’m still seeing articles/posts out there suggesting his roster spot is in jeopardy. Doesn’t the new rule that allows for the 3rd QB to dress on game days more or less guarantee his spot? Please let me know if I’m missing something. Thanks!”

“Jim: Hey JB. Appreciate you reading. Malik’s roster spot isn’t guaranteed, even with the new rule. Ryan Tannehill and Will Levis will be on the 53-man roster because Tannehill is the starter, and Levis was the 33rd overall pick and he’s going to be given time. So, Malik needs to keep improving, and earn his spot. Right now, I think he will be on the 53 himself, and I wasn’t thinking that way the beginning of May. Malik outperformed Levis this offseason, and definitely showed improvement from a year ago. But things can change.”

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Okay, then! There is a lot to unpack here to let’s go over it.

The good news is it appears Willis outperformed new draftee Will Levis thus far in camp. The bad news is if that’s true Levis probably has a LONG way to go until he’s ready to contribute. It also sounds like Willis is going to need to string together a strong preseason in order to keep his spot on the roster. If Willis bombs the preseason, it sure sounds like he could be on his way out. Just fascinating stuff for a guy that one year ago was considered a possible future starter. Not by Trey, of course…

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