Former Steelers star thinks Commanders got it right with Sonny Styles
A fellow former Ohio State linebacker and former 1st-round pick believes the Commanders got it right with Sonny Styles.
The Washington Commanders spent the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Ohio State All-American linebacker Sonny Styles. What was not to like about Styles?
At 6-foot-5, 244 pounds, Styles was built like an edge rusher or tight end, with wide receiver speed. He aced the 2026 NFL Combine, but make no mistake, Styles was not a "workout wonder. " Originally a safety, Styles moved to linebacker in 2024.
He was outstanding in his first year at linebacker, earning second-team All-Big Ten honors. In 2025, Styles continued his ascent, becoming a first-team All-American. In addition to his athleticism and on-field exploits, Styles was born to play football.
His father, Lorenzo, was an All-Big Ten linebacker at Ohio State and played six seasons in the NFL. Now, Styles is expected to be the future for Washington's defense, much like quarterback Jayden Daniels is to the offense. And one former Ohio State All-American linebacker and NFL first-round pick, believes Styles is a home-run pick for the Commanders .