Packers Face Quarterback Decisions After Drafting No QB

Green Bay, Wisconsin — The Green Bay Packers‘ decision to acquire quarterback Malik Willis from the Tennessee Titans last year may have salvaged their season following Jordan Love‘s injury. Willis stepped in effectively during crucial games, showcasing his potential as a backup.

As the recent NFL Draft unfolded, speculation arose regarding Willis’s future with the team. Reports indicated that he could be traded as teams search for quarterbacks to bolster their rosters. Despite the absence of a quarterback pick by the Packers, the trading option remains a possibility.

Fans may breathe a sigh of relief that moving Willis wouldn’t leave them with Sean Clifford as the primary backup. The Packers selected Clifford in the fifth round of the 2023 draft, but his preseason performances have raised concerns among supporters regarding his capability.

If Willis were traded, Clifford would ascend to the QB2 position on the depth chart. The uncertainty surrounding Clifford has caused frustration among fans, many of whom question his presence on the roster.

However, Green Bay’s position did not materialize without foresight. Should the Packers decide to leverage Willis’s current high trade value, they might still find success in the quarterback market post-draft, similar to how they acquired him initially.

The options available for the Packers include exploring quarterbacks from Tennessee again, particularly if the Titans move on from Will Levis after drafting Cam Ward. Other teams, such as the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants, may also have quarterback castoffs worth considering.

Ultimately, the Packers face the tough choice of trading Willis for additional draft capital versus securing a new backup quarterback project. Their decision will greatly depend on the trade offers they receive and ongoing evaluations of their quarterback situation.

Regardless of the outcome, Packers fans can rest assured they likely won’t head into the 2025 season with Clifford as their primary backup.