Malik Willis Reflects on Packers’ Overtime Loss, Receives Heartfelt Support from Jordan Love
GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers suffered a gut-wrenching 22–16 overtime defeat to the Chicago Bears, and quarterback Malik Willis took to social media and the locker room to share his thoughts, showing humility and a desire to make things right with fans.
“I gave everything I had tonight,” Willis admitted. “Every throw, every decision — I left it all on the field. I know the result wasn’t what anyone wanted, and I hope fans can understand that I tried my hardest for this team.”
Despite the disappointment, Willis expressed deep appreciation for the unwavering support from his teammates, especially veteran quarterback Jordan Love. After the game, Love personally reached out to encourage Willis, praising his effort and resilience in a difficult matchup.
“Jordan’s words meant a lot to me,” Willis said. “He reminded me that even when things don’t go our way, we have each other. It’s about staying strong, learning, and coming back better. I’m really grateful for that.”
The Packers’ loss came in a high-pressure situation, with several critical plays in overtime not going their way. Yet Willis emphasized that the team remains united and focused on improving.
“I know I made mistakes,” he admitted, “but this team has my heart, and I’ll keep fighting for every inch. To the fans: thank you for believing in us. I hope you can forgive me for the loss and continue supporting Green Bay — we need you now more than ever.”
Love’s encouragement after the game helped lift the locker room spirit, showing that even in defeat, leadership and camaraderie define the Packers’ culture.
“Tonight was tough,” Willis concluded, “but we’re not giving up. We’ll learn, we’ll grow, and we’ll come back stronger. And having teammates like Jordan reminds me why we play this game — together, for this city, for these fans.”
