Malik Willis will have the opportunity to start for the Green Bay Packers this Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts while Jordan Love recovers from an MCL injury. However, Taylor Lewan, a former Tennessee Titans left tackle and Willis’ ex-teammate, has expressed doubts about Willis’ effectiveness in Green Bay. Lewan acknowledged Willis’ positive personality but questioned his on-field ability, particularly in processing football information.
Lewan mentioned to Barstool Sports that Willis struggles with making adjustments and recognizing defensive schemes. He noted that with Matt LaFleur running an offense similar to the one Arthur Smith used in Tennessee, it’s unlikely LaFleur will drastically alter the system for Willis.
Despite not having played under LaFleur or Smith, Willis might benefit from the scheme familiarity since the Packers recently acquired him. According to Ian Rapoport from NFL Network, Jordan Love might return in Week 5 against the Los Angeles Rams. If so, Willis will have the chance to start three games: against the Colts, his former team the Titans, and the Minnesota Vikings.
Additionally, the Packers have promoted Sean Clifford from the practice squad as the backup for the game. If Love misses three games, Green Bay will need to utilize all three of its practice squad elevations for Clifford.
