FRISCO, Texas — Sonny Styles reminds Brian Schottenheimer a lot of Caleb Downs. The Dallas Cowboys coach said Wednesday at The Star that he sees the same confidence in the Washington Commanders rookie linebacker after one game that he sees in Downs, who played with Styles at Ohio State.
The Washington Commanders did not have the most expansive or flashiest rookie class in 2026. Sonny Styles in the first round was the obvious choice and he has done nothing but grind and compete in every opportunity given.
Washington Commanders fans caught a glimpse of the defense’s future on Sunday in Philadelphia. Rookie linebacker Sonny Styles made an immediate, physical impact in his NFL debut during Washington’s 24-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
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A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
The Washington Commanders knew the athlete they were getting when they drafted linebacker Sonny Styles with the 7th pick this year. They weren't sure how long it would take for him to make a difference; after one game, they now know.
The Washington Commanders made six selections in the draft this spring and brought in a handful of players on both sides of the ball through free agency.
The Washington Commanders drafted linebacker Sonny Styles with the No. 7 overall pick for a multitude of reasons, including his size, athletic skill set, and ability to play multiple positions at a high level.
There has been a lot of criticism of Washington LB Sonny Styles this preseason. Is the analysis warranted or not? The Washington Commanders defense has a lot to prove heading into the 2026 season.
Rookie linebacker Sonny Styles spoke with reporters on Wednesday about getting his first taste of NFL game action, but came away from it far from satisfied with his performance.
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The anticipation leading up to Friday night at Northwest Stadium was palpable. For Washington Commanders fans, the preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins wasn’t just about knocking off the rust.
Washington Commanders rookie linebacker Sonny Styles stepped onto the field for his first NFL action. The No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 draft started the preseason opener.
Washington has completed six training camp practices so far this summer, which is just enough time to see change but not enough yet to know if it's permanent.
When the Washington Commanders selected Sonny Styles with the seventh overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, they did so with the thought in mind that he would be their lead guy for the future.
When the Washington Commanders selected Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, they knew they were getting a physical anomaly.
The Washington Commanders came crashing back to earth in 2025 after making a run all the way to the NFC Championship Game after the 2024 season, but they are looking for a bounce back.
The Washington Commanders are an exciting team to watch at training camp. Washington is gearing up for a comeback season after an injury-plagued 2025 campaign.
Commanders training camp battles are officially a full-go now that pads are on. Which ones should you pay attention to most over the next few weeks? The first few days of training camp are very important, as teams use that time to lay the groundwork for the next few grueling weeks ahead.
After spending a first-round pick on Sonny Styles and giving Leo Chenal a nearly $25 million contract, we already knew the competition would be fierce for Dan Quinn and first-year defensive coordinator Daronte Jones.
Real football has officially returned to the fold. So naturally, it’s time to make some bold predictions before the Commanders hold their first training camp practice.
Hours before training camp kicks off around the league, ESPN's Matt Bowen ranked the 50 most impactful moves of the offseason. Washington earned three entries on the list: the drafting of Sonny Styles and the free-agent signings of Odafe Oweh and Chig Okonkwo.
While Sonny Styles has not even stepped onto the training camp field yet, the attention around him is already building. The NFLPA announced its 2026 Rising Stars list, and Styles ranked No.
When general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn turned in the card for Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles at No. 7 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, traditional draft analysts raised a questioning eyebrow.