{"id":793254,"date":"2026-03-05T07:39:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T07:39:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/793254\/"},"modified":"2026-03-05T07:39:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T07:39:20","slug":"miami-dolphins-definitely-in-on-tantalizing-free-agent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/793254\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami Dolphins ‘Definitely In’ On Tantalizing Free Agent"},"content":{"rendered":"

While they\u2019ve released two Pro Bowl players<\/a>, the Miami Dolphins<\/a> are still in what\u2019s commonly described as salary cap hell. Miami is nearly $6 million over the salary cap for 2026. There are avenues to clear more space, and the Dolphins will have to examine them in the next week or so. <\/p>\n

Once the Dolphins do clear a bit more space, they\u2019re expected to be in on one of the top players in NFL free agency. <\/p>\n

According to ESPN\u2019s NFL insider Jeremy Fowler<\/a>, the Dolphins are \u201cdefinitely in\u201d on signing upcoming free agent quarterback Malik Willis. <\/p>\n

\u201cWillis\u2019 market has been a prominent topic this week. But a team offering him $30-plus million per year doesn\u2019t appear realistic. Many front offices believe the more accurate comp is\u00a0Justin Fields\u2019 deal with the Jets last year (two years, $40 million). Could that jump up due to cap inflation and\/or multiple suitors? Sure. A range of $20-25 million annually is certainly a good starting point. But Willis hitting the $30 million threshold as a player with six career starts would surprise some of the teams at the combine. Expect at least two and possibly several teams to be involved on Willis. \u2018Miami is definitely in,\u2019 a source said. Arizona is combing the market, too, but it doesn\u2019t seem likely that Willis will end up in Cleveland.\u201d<\/p>\n

ESPN\u2019s Jeremy Fowler on Malik Willis<\/p>\n

Some recent speculation has suggested Willis could land a contract in the Justin Fields<\/a> range. However, some believe Willis\u2019 market could exceed that, to the likes of a $30 million annual salary. Yet, not everyone is a believer.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, some, like Kurt Warner, are extremely skeptical of Willis\u2019 upside, citing just 28 dropbacks in the past two seasons. <\/p>\n

Took a break from draft prep to dive into #MalikWillis<\/a> tape over last couple of years, being that he is one of hottest names as we head into Free Agency!<\/p>\n

My conclusion is that there is really 28 dropbacks (I took out screens, quick pick-n-stick throws at 5 yrds & quick\u2026<\/p>\n

\u2014 Kurt Warner (@kurt13warner) March 3, 2026<\/a> <\/p>\n

No matter what, teams will be willing to take a chance on Willis becoming a star QB. The question is, how strong of a market will he have? And how high will those prices go?<\/p>\n

Willis is one of the most interesting free agents available this offseason. Some teams think he can become a star. Others will be afraid to commit to a 26-year-old QB with just six NFL starts to his name. <\/p>\n

Related: Miami Dolphins Expected to Release Expensive Pro Bowl Player<\/a><\/p>\n

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