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After an exciting preseason debut, Tennessee Titans quarterback Malik Willis showed more upside Saturday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . The rookie passed for 69 yards and touchdowns with 6-15 first half, five attempts Added 42 yards rushing. His touchdown was over by just a 19-yard drive, though it was more than enough evidence of his ability: NFL @NFL
That rookie connection! @malikwillis with darts @ChigTweets for TD!
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Willis is the future Titans quarterback. Impressed with him.
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
Malik Willis isn’t ready yet, but it’s hard to ignore his talent…the edge is through the roof…can’t believe we missed him , buddy
TURRON DAVENPORT @TDavenport_NFL
Well done Malik Willis, he hangs in his pocket and scans the field. Going through the progression, saw Chig Okonkwo open up and drill TD for him.
After another impressive kickoff in the second quarter, Willis showed all his skills.
NFL @NFL. @malikwillis sidearm drop for the first time! 💪
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#Titans QB Willis shows off his dual identity – potential threat to #Bucs . The 10- and 25-yard runs and the 11-yard run took them to the red zone.
David SchieleWTSP @Deacon_Schiele
Malik Willis looks really good on that drive. I see potential. The Titans lead the Pirates 3-0.
Steve Lyman@Steve Lyman
#Titans get a 32-yard field goal from Randy Bullock, who finished 13 games for 78 yards. After some early struggles, Willis has some really good stuff in there. Saw some of the arm strength, speed and creativity that people raved about. @NC5
John Glennon@glennonsports
There are those Willis wheels for a 25-yard scramble on the right sideline.
TitansWire@TheTitansWire Malik Willis just builds differently. Nice 25 yard scramble. This kid is the definition of dynamic.
Willis struggled under defensive pressure early, sacking twice and forcing an early throw.
Limited time leads to significant problems in passing attack:
John Glennon@glennonsports
#Titans ‘ Willis has no time to hesitate or not. various pressures.
Niki Lattarulo @NikiLattarulo
Willis looks tired in his pocket 🥴
Chad Willow @TheChadWithrow
Malik Willis looks really sick. #Titans
Pewter Plank@ThePewterPlank
Tonight, the Buccaneers defense is hunting for Willis!
In each of the first five series, the Titans were down or overturned, and Willis’ inaccuracy caused problems with the third and fourth downs.
Even with the inefficiency, the high-post quarterback has plenty of positivity on his second offense Side NFL appearances: TURRON DAVENPORT @TDavenport_NFL
Here are the bits and pieces for Malik Willis to complete the final offense series. From being quick to a good time to throw, this is an area that needs improvement compared to last week. #Titans pic.twitter.com/avmrIpmOL5
Jordan [email protected] Dajani
The Titans are three out again, but Malik Willis is still interesting. Hit the defender with the hesi before the connection with Carter fails.
Aaron Freeman @falcfans
Willis nearly broke for a fourth defeat. Dude is ridiculous
The flash of his arms and legs is enough to make Titans fans dream of Willis’ future at center.
The 2022 third-round pick rushes for 38 yards and Touchdowns, added 107 passing yards on just 11 attempts. The second game saw him face more first-team players after starting, but he still found a way to shine.
The former free agent should get another chance in preseason Week 3 against the Arizona Cardinals.
