Raiders defender Eric Stokes praises Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis before Sunday game

The Miami Dolphins travel to Paradise, Nevada, to face the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium this Sunday in a Week 1 matchup. Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis is set to make his debut for Miami following a three-year, $67.5 million offseason contract. This game marks the first time Willis will begin an NFL season as a team's starter. Las Vegas cornerback Eric Stokes, a former teammate of Willis in Green Bay, expressed support for the quarterback's career path despite the upcoming competition between the two teams. Willis entered the league as a Tennessee third-round draft pick in 2022 before moving to the Green Bay roster for the previous two years. Stokes noted he anticipates a challenging game but supports his former teammate’s professional development.

• 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders CB says he's 'overly proud' of Dolphins QB Malik Willis