Locked On Browns - Daily Podcast On The Cleveland Browns Malik Willis IN PLAY For Cleveland Browns | Todd Monken Makes IMPORTANT Hire | End Of An ERA
Feb 11, 2026
Discussion of Malik Willis as a possible quarterback option for Cleveland and what that would mean for the current QB group. Examination of how Willis performed in 2025 and what contract terms might look like. Breakdown of Todd Monken’s staff moves, including a new special teams coordinator and retention of the running backs coach. Reflection on David Njoku’s confirmed departure and broader roster turnover.
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Malik Willis Reemerges As Real QB Option
- Malik Willis' recent play makes him a viable reclamation starter option for teams like the Browns.
- Spencer German highlights Willis' elite 2025 per-play metrics and low interception rate as the reason for interest.
Two-Year Deal Fits Reclamation Strategy
- Comparable short-term contract templates (like Justin Fields' deal) make signing Willis feasible for teams exploring a low-risk starter.
- German frames a two-year, $40M deal as a logical compromise to evaluate Willis without heavy long-term commitment.
Cap Flexibility Enables Short-Term Moves
- The Browns' front office can manipulate cap timing and carryover to create short-term flexibility.
- German says Andrew Berry frequently uses cap mechanics to enable moves despite dead-money burdens.