The Ringer NFL Show Malik Willis's Future, John Harbaugh's Workouts, and Stories That Have Our Attention!
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Feb 20, 2026 
Billy Gil, writer and NFL analyst for The Ringer, offers sharp takes on quarterback movement and team strategy. They debate Malik Willis’s market value and whether he should cash in or bet on himself. Conversation turns to Anthony Richardson’s messy Colts future and John Harbaugh’s intense first 30 days in New York. They also react to the 49ers’ international slate and Mac Jones trade rumors.
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Take Guarantees Over A One-Year Gamble
- If you're Malik Willis, take guaranteed money now rather than betting entirely on a one-year prove-it deal.
- Accepting a multi-year deal with guarantees preserves upside and reduces career financial risk.
Anthony Richardson's Uncertain Future
- Anthony Richardson's status in Indianapolis is murky because the team publicly praises other QBs but stays silent on him.
- That silence suggests the Colts are likely moving on and could trade Richardson cheaply.
Why Teams Might Still Want Richardson
- Anthony Richardson offers extreme athletic upside at low cost, making him an attractive low-risk pickup.
- Teams could value him as a short-yardage weapon, developmental backup, or trade acquisition for a day-three pick.