Commanders LB Sonny Styles is 'ridiculous,' says respected NFL voice
Washington Commanders selected Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. NFL analyst Greg Cosell praised Styles' athleticism and potential, calling him 'ridiculous' after reviewing his performance. Styles, who transitioned from safety to linebacker, is compared to Fred Warner but with a larger frame and versatile skill set.
- ▪Sonny Styles was selected by the Washington Commanders with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- ▪Greg Cosell, a respected NFL analyst, lauded Styles' athletic performance at the combine, noting his 4.46 40-yard dash and 43.5-inch vertical jump.
- ▪Styles played safety in college before switching to linebacker and spent time in a Matt Patricia defense at Ohio State.
- ▪Cosell compared Styles to Fred Warner but emphasized that Styles is significantly bigger and more physically gifted.
- ▪Styles is expected to fit well in Dan Quinn's defensive scheme due to his versatility and comfort level on the field.
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