Malik Willis Ranked Top Free Agent QB, Packers Unlikely to Use Franchise Tag

Green Bay Packers QB2 Malik Willis is ranked 15th overall in consensus 2026 NFL free agency rankings and is the second-ranked quarterback. He is projected to be the top quarterback on the open market if Daniel Jones and Aaron Rodgers are retained by their teams, potentially before Kirk Cousins' release. The Packers are not expected to use a franchise tag on him due to cap constraints, anticipating a 4th or 5th-round compensatory pick in 2027. Willis is a prominent name among the top free agents, with discussions ongoing about his best team fit in March.