Steelers Send 'All-In' Signal, Ready to Battle Nine Other NFL Teams for Former Packers QB with 124.8 Passer Rating in $72 Million Sweepstakes
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Pittsburgh Steelers are no longer hiding their ambition this offseason. According to multiple league sources, the organization has sent a clear message that it is prepared to go “all in,” positioning itself to compete with nine other NFL teams for the signature of quarterback Malik Willis — who is projected to command a contract worth approximately $72 million as he prepares to enter free agency.
Willis is currently with the Green Bay Packers, but his contract is set to expire next month. Once viewed primarily as a developmental project, he has taken a significant step forward this past season. In limited but meaningful action, he posted an impressive 124.8 passer rating, threw key touchdown passes, minimized turnovers, and demonstrated notable composure in high-pressure moments.

Beyond improved field vision and decision-making, Willis fully embraced the strengths that first made him intriguing — speed, mobility, and the ability to extend plays. His scrambling ability and comfort in read-option concepts force defenses to account for him on every snap, making him an ideal fit for the modern NFL quarterback prototype. Many analysts believe he has only scratched the surface of his potential.
For the Steelers, the timing is strategic. The franchise has confirmed it will undergo a full philosophical shift for the first time in nearly two decades, moving toward a more dynamic and aggressive offensive identity. Team leadership believes the defensive foundation and roster structure are in place, but that an explosive presence at quarterback is necessary to elevate the team’s ceiling.
A team source described the internal message as unified and resolute.
“We didn’t build this roster to play it safe,” the source said. “If there’s a quarterback who can change the trajectory of this organization, we’re prepared to invest. Malik has already proven he can make a difference, and we believe his best football is still ahead of him.”
The competition is expected to be intense. Several quarterback-needy teams across the NFL are prepared to spend aggressively for a young passer entering his prime. Still, Pittsburgh believes it offers a compelling case — a proud history, a winning culture, and a redesigned offensive system tailored to maximize Willis’ skill set.
If the move materializes, the Steelers would not simply be signing a quarterback. They would be committing to a new era — betting that Malik Willis can become the catalyst who transforms ambition into championships.
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