Dolphins' Malik Willis Roasted After Embarrassing First Pitch at Marlins Game
Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis drew criticism after a poorly executed first pitch at a Marlins-Phillies game. His throw sailed wide right, sparking widespread mockery on social media. Fans joked about the Dolphins' future performance and compared the moment to past ceremonial blunders.
- ▪Malik Willis, known for his strong arm, slipped during his windup and threw the first pitch well off target at LoanDepot Park.
- ▪The incident quickly went viral, with fans ridiculing Willis on social media and making jokes about the Dolphins' upcoming seasons.
- ▪Willis has a career record of 2-1 as a starter, with 972 passing yards, six touchdowns, and no interceptions in two seasons with the Titans.
- ▪Some fans compared Willis's performance to 50 Cent's infamous first pitch, while others referenced his previous team, the Titans.
- ▪Willis signed a three-year, $67.5 million contract with the Dolphins in March.
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By Michael GallagherSports Content CoordinatorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis has a cannon for an arm.In fact, his arm strength was his most-talked about attribute during the 2023 NFL draft.So when Willis, who signed a three-year, $67.5 million contract back in March, stepped up to the pitcher’s mound at LoanDepot Park to throw out the first pitch of Friday night’s Miami Marlins-Philadelphia Phillies game, fans likely expected to be dazzled.What they got instead was another gaffe to add to the ever-growing first-pitch blooper reel.As he worked through his wind up, Willis’ left foot slid on the mound and his pitch…
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