a proven, durable right guard with 30 career starts
Black is the kind of interior offensive lineman coaches trust: a three-year starter at right guard who played in 36 games for Iowa State and made 30 starts, including seven as a true freshman. In 2025, he started 10 of 12 games and helped power a Cyclone run game that produced 150 rushing yards per game over the final seven contests, while his protection numbers and overall grades reportedly improved from earlier seasons. His calling card is power, reliability, and experience; the main question is whether his pass-block consistency can keep rising at the next level.
