Packers acquire quarterback Malik Willis as backup to Jordan Love

Why it matters: The Green Bay Packers have traded for quarterback Malik Willis to serve as a backup to Jordan Love, adding depth and competition to their quarterback room.

What's new: The Packers acquired Willis from the Tennessee Titans in exchange for a 2025 seventh-round draft pick. This move comes after a competition between Sean Clifford and Michael Pratt failed to produce a standout backup option for Love.

Yes, but: It remains to be seen how quickly Willis will adapt to the Packers' offensive system and whether he can effectively support Love if called upon.

What to watch: With Willis in the mix, the Packers may have to decide whether to keep Clifford or Pratt on the roster until Willis becomes familiar with the offense.

Quotes:

• Packers coach Matt LaFleur on backup quarterback options: "There were some really good moments and then there were some things we absolutely have to do better. And then we'll evaluate everything that's out there for us."
• Brian Callahan on carrying a third quarterback: "It comes across like you get a free spot for a third quarterback. But it's not. It's a roster spot and it's a real one and you got to carry them on your 53 to get that emergency quarterback."

The bottom line: By acquiring Malik Willis, the Packers add depth and competition to their quarterback position, providing insurance behind Jordan Love and potentially strengthening their overall roster.

Packers acquire quarterback Malik Willis as backup to Jordan Love

Why it matters: The Green Bay Packers have traded for quarterback Malik Willis to serve as a backup to Jordan Love, adding depth and competition to their quarterback room.

What's new: The Packers acquired Willis from the Tennessee Titans in exchange for a 2025 seventh-round draft pick. This move comes after a competition between Sean Clifford and Michael Pratt failed to produce a standout backup option for Love.

Yes, but: It remains to be seen how quickly Willis will adapt to the Packers' offensive system and whether he can effectively support Love if called upon.

What to watch: With Willis in the mix, the Packers may have to decide whether to keep Clifford or Pratt on the roster until Willis becomes familiar with the offense.

Quotes:

• Packers coach Matt LaFleur on backup quarterback options: "There were some really good moments and then there were some things we absolutely have to do better. And then we'll evaluate everything that's out there for us."
• Brian Callahan on carrying a third quarterback: "It comes across like you get a free spot for a third quarterback. But it's not. It's a roster spot and it's a real one and you got to carry them on your 53 to get that emergency quarterback."

The bottom line: By acquiring Malik Willis, the Packers add depth and competition to their quarterback position, providing insurance behind Jordan Love and potentially strengthening their overall roster.