Patrick Willis
Born: January 25, 1985 (age 39)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Hometown: Bruceton, Tennessee
Nationality: 
American
AmericanTeam: San Francisco 49ers (no. 52)
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Sports Mole has 33 articles about Patrick Willis. Articles 1 to 33:
San Francisco 49ers' Colin Kaepernick: 'Changes are for the best'
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick believes that the changes at the club in the off-season have been for the best.
Jul 12, 21:37
Darnell Dockett: 'San Francisco 49ers will still win despite departures'
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Darnell Dockett insists that his side will still have a winning team in the 2015 season despite a number of key departures.
Jun 7, 22:01
Anthony Davis announces early retirement from the NFL at the age of 25
San Francisco 49ers tackle Anthony Davis announces his retirement from football at the age of 25.
Jun 5, 23:09
San Francisco 49ers' Glenn Dorsey: 'There will not be a letdown'
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Glenn Dorsey believes that the changes on his side's defense in the off-season will not affect their displays in the 2015 season.
May 25, 20:47
San Francisco 49ers confirm Justin Smith retirement after 14 seasons
The San Francisco 49ers announce that Justin Smith has called time on his career in the NFL after a distinguished 14 seasons in the league.
May 18, 21:49
Jim Tomsula pleased with NaVorro Bowman progress
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Tomsula admits that he is delighted with what he has seen from NaVorro Bowman in his rehabilitation from a serious knee injury.
May 16, 20:55
Justin Smith will make career decision in three weeks
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Justin Smith admits that he will decide on his future in the NFL by the end of the month.
May 4, 22:43
Trent Baalke: 'San Francisco 49ers are working on Michael Wilhoite extension'
San Francisco 49ers general manager Trent Baalke admits that the club are working on a long-term deal to extend the contract of linebacker Michael Wilhoite.
Apr 19, 22:26
Antoine Bethea surprised by Patrick Willis, Chris Borland retirements
San Francisco 49ers defensive back Antoine Bethea confesses that he was surprised to see linebackers Patrick Willis and Chris Borland retire from the NFL.
Apr 14, 01:28
Report: Lance Briggs to visit with San Francisco 49ers
A report suggests that free agent linebacker Lance Briggs will visit with the San Francisco 49ers over a potential move to the club.
Mar 28, 23:21
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Chris Borland retires from the NFL
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Chris Borland retires from the NFL at the age of just 24 due to concerns about the long-term health effects of head trauma.
Mar 17, 17:55
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis to 'retire from the NFL'
Reports claim that San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis will retire from the NFL in the near future after an eight-year career in the league.
Mar 9, 21:23
Colin Kaepernick hails Chris Borland displays
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick praises the display of rookie linebacker Chris Borland in the absences of Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman.
Nov 17, 23:17
Aldon Smith returns from suspension
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith returns from his nine-game suspension for violating multiple league policies.
Nov 11, 17:15
Patrick Willis, Mike Iupati to miss Denver Broncos clash
San Francisco 49ers duo Patrick Willis and Mike Iupati will miss the club's clash against the Denver Broncos on Sunday.
Oct 18, 22:17
Patrick Willis to have MRI scan
San Francisco 49ers star Patrick Willis suffers a toe injury and will have an MRI scan in order to discover the seriousness of the knock.
Oct 14, 20:16
Team News: Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers lead Pro Bowl roster
The Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers lead the Pro Bowl roster with eight players each.
Dec 28, 10:21
Patrick Willis: 'San Francisco 49ers are better than record suggests'
Patrick Willis thinks that the San Francisco 49ers are a better team than their record suggests as they look ahead to facing divisional rival the Seattle Seahawks this weekend.
Dec 5, 09:29
Jim Harbaugh: 'Ahmad Brooks hit was legal'
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh believes that Ahmad Brooks's flagged hit on Drew Brees on Sunday was a legal play.
Nov 19, 11:55
Ahmad Brooks: 'NFL is watered down'
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Ahmad Brooks claims that the NFL is "watered down" after he was penalised for a hit on Drew Brees on Sunday.
Nov 19, 09:52
Patrick Willis: 'San Francisco 49ers must stop Chris Johnson'
San Francisco 49ers Patrick Willis says that the team must stop running back Chris Johnson from having an impact in their game this weekend.
Oct 17, 12:29
San Francisco 49ers not concerned by Colin Kaepernick foot injury
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick will play against the Arizona Cardinals despite appearing in the team's injury report with a foot complaint.
Oct 12, 09:24
Patrick Willis questionable for Houston Texans clash
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis is questionable for tomorrow's game against the Houston Texans.
Oct 5, 12:02
Patrick Willis returns to San Francisco 49ers practice
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis practises for the first time since injuring his groin last month.
Oct 3, 11:45
Patrick Willis, Nnamdi Asomugha miss San Francisco 49ers practice
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis and cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha miss practice with the team ahead of tomorrow night's game against the St Louis Rams.
Sep 25, 11:25
Live Commentary: Indianapolis Colts 27-7 San Francisco 49ers - as it happened
Relive our coverage of the NFL clash between the Indianapolis Colts and the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park.
Sep 22, 20:55
Ray McDonald backs cut block ban
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Ray McDonald backs calls for cut blocks to be banned by the NFL after an injury to teammate Ian Williams.
Sep 17, 11:56
Patrick Willis urges league action on cut blocks
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis urges the league to ban cut blocks after teammate Ian Williams suffered a suspected broken ankle against the Seattle Seahawks.
Sep 17, 09:50
Patrick Willis: 'Justin Smith vital against Seattle Seahawks'
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis believes that defensive end Justin Smith will be vital against the Seattle Seahawks this weekend.
Sep 13, 12:45
Patrick Willis returns to practice with San Francisco 49ers
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis wears a non-contact jersey on his return to the practice field.
Aug 28, 11:11
Jim Harbaugh expects Patrick Willis to be ready for start of season
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh says that he expects linebacker Patrick Willis to recover from a hand injury before the first game of the season.
Aug 2, 11:34
Report: San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis fractures hand
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis reportedly fractures his hand during a training session and could miss his side's pre-season games.
Aug 1, 22:46
NaVorro Bowman signs contract extension
NaVorro Bowman will continue playing for the San Francisco 49ers until at least 2018.
Nov 28, 12:08
