Brayden Willis was a three-star recruit and committed to Oklahoma as a part of their 2018 recruiting class. In 2022, Willis achieved career highs in receiving yards (514), receptions (39), and touchdowns (7). Willis' seven touchdowns tied him for No. 5 most amongst the nation's tigh ends. Perhaps most importantly, Willis was one of three recepients of the Don Key Award which recognizes players for their excellence both on and off the field. In addition to that honor, Willis was also voted to the second-team All Big 12 team by league coaches and the AP.