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Patriots have plenty of familiarity with Dolphins’ new quarterback

Despite being in his fifth year in the NFL, Malik Willis has not yet faced off against the New England Patriots in his career. That will change on Sunday, when his Miami Dolphins will host their division rivals at Hard…

By Bernd Buchmasser · Pats Pulpit

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Patriots coach Mike Vrabel previously drafted and coached Dolphins starting quarterback Malik Willis in Tennessee.
Willis will face the New England Patriots for the first time on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium.
Willis signed a three-year, $67.5 million contract with Miami in March under head coach Jeff Hafley.

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The New England Patriots are preparing to face Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis for the first time on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium. Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has extensive familiarity with Willis, having drafted him in the third round out of Liberty when coaching the Tennessee Titans in 2022.

After stints with Tennessee and Green Bay, Willis joined Miami on a three-year, $67.5 million contract under head coach Jeff Hafley. Through six games with the Dolphins, Willis has recorded 1,057 passing yards, four passing touchdowns, and three rushing touchdowns, earning praise from Vrabel for his development.

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