It took 1 practice for Commanders' Sonny Styles to rattle bitter former rival

"When Washington Commanders linebacker Sonny Styles strutted onto an NFL practice field for the first time at the team's rookie minicamp, there was an unmistakable aura. He's the guy now, and he's already acting like it. And though it was only one practice, it was enough to catch the eye of a bitter former rival."

"After signing his four-year rookie deal with $37.2 million fully guaranteed, it was time to get to work. Styles, wearing No. 52 and not single digits, caught the eye throughout practice, displaying the athleticism, explosiveness, and controlled aggression that enamored Washington to the prospect during its comprehensive pre-draft assessments."

"Former NFL wide receiver Dez Bryant, who tormented Washington for years with the Dallas Cowboys, couldn't quite believe the speed Styles possessed. And the best part? It was only based on a special-teams drill clip posted by Scott Abraham of 7News DC. We can't embed ot due to profanity, but you get the picture."

"It's just one practice. It's just one clip. But there's a growing sense around the Commanders, former NFL players, and the media about what a special talent Styles is and could become in Washington. This is a generational athlete. One only has to look at his exceptional testing numbers at the NFL Scouting Combine to see that."

Sonny Styles made a strong first impression at Washington Commanders rookie minicamp, projecting confidence and leadership. The team selected him at No. 7 overall after he fell from the top five, and the decision reflected high regard for both his character and football ability. During practice, Styles wore No. 52 and stood out through athleticism, explosiveness, and controlled aggression, especially in special-teams work. A drill clip showing his speed drew attention from former NFL wide receiver Dez Bryant, who had faced Washington for years with the Dallas Cowboys. Early reactions suggest Styles could become a special talent with standout combine testing, college production, and high football IQ.

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