Malachi Mills is an offensive lineman from Carmel, Indiana, who played at Westfield High School under head coach Josh Miracle. Mills was rated a 3-star recruit and ranked as the No. 2 offensive tackle in Indiana by both recruiting services. He earned Preseason All-State honors from Indiana Preps in 2025. During his high school career, Mills helped Westfield to an 11-3 record in 2025 and a 12-2 record in 2024, with back-to-back appearances in the Indiana 6A State Championship. Mills chose Kansas over offers from Western Michigan, Akron, and Florida Atlantic, joining current Jayhawk Cole Ballard as a fellow Westfield alumnus. He is a true freshman for the Jayhawks.