Willis will make his first career start for Miami on Sunday at Las Vegas. This season will determine how long he will be the team's starting quarterback

Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis isn’t one to make a moment bigger than it needs to be as he prepares for his first start with Miami against the Raiders.

The former Packers quarterback is getting his shot as a starter. His presence on the field Sunday could be a problem for Las Vegas.

MIAMI GARDENS ― Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis isn't one to get overly stressed and it sure seems he's not overly stressed headed into the season opener at the Las Vegas Raiders. "Just go out there and have as much fun as possible,

Read the full transcript from Malik Willis 's media availability on September 9, 2026 What does it mean to you to start a season opener as QB1?

MIAMI GARDENS ― When Miami Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley chose to bring quarterback Malik Willis with them from Green Bay, they knew what they were getting. Even though Willis had only six NFL starts in four seasons,

Linebacker Jordyn Brooks, defensive lineman Zach Sieler, left tackle Patrick Paul and center Aaron Brewer also made the cut.

The Dolphins face the Raiders on Sunday, with Malik Willis and Kirk Cousins. De'Von Achane could shine against a weak Raiders team, promising an exciting game.

Miami's new quarterback has barely played in the NFL, but he's ready to prove that he should be the Dolphins' QB1 for years to come.

Jeff Hafley's Miami Dolphins face a brutal rebuild with Malik Willis at quarterback and a gutted roster after losing Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill.

September is finally upon us, meaning that the return of NFL football is right around the corner. Usually, NFL fans can head into each season knowing which players are the top performers and which ones will struggle over the course of the year.