{
  "id": 7909824,
  "title": "Miami Dolphins may need more of Malik Willis the runner",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/miami-dolphins-may-need-more-of-malik-willis-the-runner",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T00:30:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/miami-dolphins-may-more-malik-003044532.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Miami Dolphins running back De Von Achane advised quarterback Malik Willis to run more during the season opener, noting that he should have utilized his legs more in the previous game. Willis, who rushed for 39 yards in the loss to Las Vegas, only trailed Lamar Jackson's 40 yards. Achane expressed concern that Willis has been hesitant to expand on his running talents, possibly due to a desire to be perceived as a well-rounded quarterback. Willis dismissed the idea of competing for rushing yards with Jackson, stating that he is focused on winning games. Despite his concerns, Willis participated in full practices on September 16. Coach Jeff Hafley believes that encouraging Willis to get outside the pocket more often could lead to easier completions and impact plays. When asked if there is a clock in his mind that tells him when to run, Willis dismissed the notion, saying that it is up to his judgment. Achane noted that Willis is the fastest quarterback he has ever played with. While there are warning signs, fans of the Miami Dolphins may need to be more aware of Malik Willis' running abilities in future games.",
  "summary": "De'Von Achane says Dolphins' Malik Willis could run more, calling him the fastest QB he's played with.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "How did Malik Willis and other ex-Packers do in Week 1 of NFL season?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/how-did-malik-willis-and-other-ex-packers-do-in-week-1-of-nfl-season",
        "published": "2026-09-16T00:58:08.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}