A.J. Terrell or Malik Willis? The NFL Stat Breakdown
This is as close as it gets. A.J. Terrell and Malik Willis split the statistical categories evenly — 1 apiece — making this one of the most genuinely contested CB comparisons in NFL history. When the numbers are this balanced, the debate comes down to which statistics matter most to you.
A.J. Terrell's Games Played of 95 compared to Malik Willis's 25 represents a 280% advantage — dramatically better than their counterpart in this critical category. It is the single most decisive number in this comparison and the clearest statistical argument for A.J. Terrell's edge.
The most competitive category in this matchup is Interceptions, where A.J. Terrell posts 6 against Malik Willis's 5 — a gap of just 20%. Malik Willis can point to this as evidence that the overall comparison is closer than the final 1-1 tally suggests. In any debate, Interceptions is the statistical ammunition for the Malik Willis side.
Defensive impact in the NFL is notoriously difficult to quantify. Sacks and tackles capture individual production, but disruption, coverage grades and run-stopping ability paint the complete picture of defensive excellence.
With categories split evenly, this comparison ultimately comes down to which statistics matter most to you. A.J. Terrell claims the tiebreaker through Games Played advantage — a 280% edge — but reasonable people can, and do, argue both sides of this NFL debate.
Who is better, A.J. Terrell or Malik Willis?
A.J. Terrell holds the statistical edge, winning 1 of 2 categories in this career comparison. A.J. Terrell's Games Played of 95 versus Malik Willis's 25 is the most decisive factor — a 280% difference.
How do A.J. Terrell and Malik Willis compare in Games Played?
A.J. Terrell career Games Played: 95. Malik Willis career Games Played: 25. A.J. Terrell leads by 280% — dramatically ahead in this key CB metric.
Who had the better overall career, A.J. Terrell or Malik Willis?
Based on career statistics, A.J. Terrell edges Malik Willis 1-1 across key categories. A.J. Terrell's Games Played of 95 leads Malik Willis's 25 by 280%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.
