Malik Willis joined the Miami Dolphins as their new quarterback ahead of the next season. The Dolphins finished third in the AFC East division with a 7-10 record, and missed the playoffs.
Many fans were left disappointed by the team’s performances and wanted massive changes to the roster. The franchise brought a lot of changes to the roster in order to become more competitive. However, fans are not satisfied with the changes.
Malik Willis and Dolphins’ new wide receiver roster
The Dolphins made a significant move in March 2026 by signing quarterback Malik Willis as an unrestricted free agent from the Green Bay Packers. It is his fifth NFL season after stints with the Tennessee Titans and the Packers. The 26-year-old signed a multi-year deal reportedly worth up to $67.5 million over three years, with substantial guaranteed money.
Quarterback Malik Willis
Oct 19, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (2) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
He was signed after the departure of former quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, and will be their new starting quarterback. Willis expressed his readiness in his introductory press conference. While he is expected to provide instant impact, he will have to deal with a pretty daunting task.
The Dolphins currently have one of the worst wide receiver rooms in the league. While it is a subjective issue, many including analysts and fans believe it is not an ideal roster. He will inherit a passing attack that contains Tutu Atwell, Malik Washington, Jalen Tolbert, Terrace Marshall Jr., Theo Wease Jr., Tahj Washington and AJ Henning. Veterans like Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle have left the franchise, with an overall drop in quality and experience.
While the Dolphins are attempting to make do with a transitional roster, many fans are angry and believe Willis will have a very hard job in the next season.
Fans berate Dolphins’ new wide receiver roster for Malik Willis
Many Dolphins fans mocked the roster and felt Willis will have a hard job.
One user wrote, “They signed Malik Willis to have a worst supporting cast than what tua had as a rookie dolphins a poverty franchise”.
A second user said, “Malik Willis The upside: You get to live in South Beach, making $22.5M per, with no state income tax The downside: You have to play for the Dolphins. and win 3-4 games this season….”
A third user replied, “Malik Willis Will Be in Hell Next Season”.
Another added, “They better be drafting at least 2 WR in the first3 rounds. That’s awful.”
A fifth user commented, “This is worse than the 2019-2021 WR room”.
A sixth user remarked, “Malik throwing to thoughts and prayers”.
Malik Willis will have to get ready for the 2026 NFL season with the Miami Dolphins.