Malik Willis started his college career at Auburn University after starring at Roswell High School in Georgia. Willis ended up transferring to Liberty in 2018 when advised that he wouldn’t be the starter at Auburn.
While at Liberty, Willis attracted some eyes with quite a few awards and superlative statistical rankings, including ranking as the number 1 rushing QB in the country, amassing 944 rushing yards (1st in FBS) and 14 touchdowns(7th in FBS) in 2020. Willis also was awarded the Bobby Bowden Trophy, which is awarded to a player who is a tremendous student-athletes showcasing great character, faith, and contributions in his community in addition to work on the field.