Sonny Styles drafted 7th overall by the Washington Commanders

Defensive Coordinator Matt Patricia and Sonny Styles have a laugh. (Photo: Ohio State Football)

PITTSBURGH, PA -- Sonny Styles was all smiles as he was selected with the 7th overall pick by the Washington Commanders. 

Styles, a native of Pickerington, Ohio, went to high school there before committing to the Ohio State University and will play for Dan Quinn, who knows his team needs some defensive help. 

He won a CFP National Championship while at Ohio State (2022-2025), and also a first-team All-American (2025). 

"I was there a few weeks ago, I told Coach Quinn, hopefully I'll be back soon," said Styles.

"I was there a few weeks ago, I told Coach Quinn hopefully I'll be back soon."

Now it's official for Sonny Styles heading to the @Commanders 🙌

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Lorenzo Styles is the brother of Sonny, who is also in the draft and is projected to be a Day 3 pick or potential undrafted free agent (UDFA) prospect, according to 10tv.com.