"Ideal second-level defender for a multiple-front defense. Can align as a MIKE, WILL, overhang, or big nickel LB.- Exceptional closing speed allows him to erase mistakes made in front of him. Rare recovery athleticism for the position.- High-level processing ability when playing zone coverage. Reads quarterback eyes and routes with a defensive back's mentality.- Outstanding open-field tackler. Takes smart angles and consistently finishes in space."
"Washington has lacked a true middle-of-the-field eraser who can match up with tight ends, close space in zone coverage, and still hold up versus the run, but Ohio State's Sonny Styles' rare blend of size, range, and coverage instincts would immediately upgrade that area of the defense. Styles is tailor-made for a modern defense that values flexibility and speed over sheer bulk."
Washington needs athletic, versatile defenders at the second level who can stay on the field in nickel and dime packages and defend the middle of the field. Sonny Styles measures 6-foot-4 and 241 pounds with an expected 40-yard dash in the 4.40–4.49 range and has 224 tackles, 22.5 tackles for loss, nine sacks, nine pass deflections, and one interception in 53 games. Styles can align as MIKE, WILL, overhang, or big nickel, shows exceptional closing speed, zone-processing instincts, and reliable open-field tackling. Developing play strength against NFL interior linemen remains an area for improvement.
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