Wisconsin Adds Intriguing D2 Transfer Stylz Blackmon to Bolster Offensive Line Depth
Wisconsin isn’t done working the transfer portal-and their latest addition brings both upside and urgency. The Badgers have landed a commitment from Stylz Blackmon, an All-Conference offensive lineman out of Division II Augustana (Sioux Falls, North Dakota), and he arrives with something to prove.
Blackmon, listed at 6'4", 300 pounds, was a dominant force at the D2 level last season, anchoring the left guard spot and helping pave the way for a rushing attack that averaged over seven yards per carry. On film, he stands out immediately-not just for his size and strength, but for his ability to climb to the second level and finish blocks. He didn’t just win his matchups; he often overwhelmed them.
Now, he’s taking a big step up. Making the leap from D2 to the Big Ten is no small task, but Blackmon fits the mold of the kind of interior lineman offensive line coach Eric Mateos tends to target-tough, physical, and eager to compete.
There’s no guarantee he’ll crack the starting lineup right away, but Wisconsin isn’t bringing him in just to fill a jersey. With two years of college football already under his belt, Blackmon enters Madison with limited eligibility and a clear goal: prove he can hold his own in one of the most physical conferences in the country.
This isn’t just about long-term development. Wisconsin needs help now.
The Badgers have seen three offensive linemen exit via the portal and a couple more graduate, leaving the trenches thinner than usual. Blackmon becomes the fourth offensive line addition this cycle, and while he may start as a depth piece, there’s real intrigue around what he could become.
He’s got the build, the tape, and the mindset to compete. Whether he becomes a rotational contributor or more, Blackmon brings a chip on his shoulder and the kind of edge that fits right in with a Wisconsin program known for its blue-collar identity. He’s not the flashiest name in the portal, but he might end up being one of the more important ones.