Willis Delivers Strong Week 17 Performance, Remains Backup to Love

Packers QB Malik Willis (shoulder/illness) delivered a strong Week 17 performance, completing 18 of 21 passes for 288 yards and a touchdown, adding 60 rushing yards and two scores on nine carries. He exited briefly with a shoulder aggravation but was available to return. Despite his play, head coach Matt LaFleur is non-committal on Willis starting Week 18, emphasizing that Jordan Love is the "franchise quarterback" and Willis will return to his backup role when Love clears concussion protocol. Willis is scheduled for free agency in March.