After the Green Bay Packers’ 16-10 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, head coach Matt LaFleur had high praise for quarterback Malik Willis, who started in place of the injured Jordan Love. Willis, who had only joined the team a few weeks prior, completed 12 of 14 passes for 122 yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 41 yards. Despite having a limited role in the passing game, Willis executed the game plan effectively without turning the ball over.
LaFleur highlighted the immense challenge Willis faced, noting that he had been tasked with learning the offense quickly, which included complex calls, shifts, motions, and multiple running schemes. LaFleur expressed his admiration, saying, “For him to be able to go out there and command our offense… speaks volumes of who he is as a person and the work he’s put in” [[❞]](https://wisportsheroics.com/green-bay-packers-matt-lafleur-malik-willis/) [[❞]](https://clutchpoints.com/packers-news-matt-lafleur-one-word-reaction-to-escaping-with-win-over-colts).
The Packers relied heavily on their ground game, rushing for 261 yards, led by Josh Jacobs’ 151-yard performance. This helped take pressure off Willis, allowing him to manage the game efficiently while the defense held the Colts in check [[❞]](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/green-bay-packers/news/packers-quarterback-malik-willis-made-decision-not-throw-ball-after-center-decides-throw/01fe398a20ccb69add614f91).
With the Packers now 1-1, Willis’ next challenge will be facing his former team, the Tennessee Titans, in Week 3 [[❞]](https://clutchpoints.com/packers-news-matt-lafleur-one-word-reaction-to-escaping-with-win-over-colts).
