Commanders Snag Sonny Styles at 7th Overall

0:00On April 24th, the Washington commanders grabbed the 7th overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, and they snagged Ohio State linebacker. Sonny Styles as their new defensive anchor. This 244-pound beast clocked a 4.46 in the 40-yard dash and led his college team in tackles last season. Earlier this week, the top of the board shook things up. The Raiders took Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, first overall to learn behind Kirk Cousins. The Jets went edge rusher David Bailey from Texas Tech at number two, the NCAA SAC King with 14.5 last year. Then the Titans shocked everyone at four by picking why receiver carnail Tate to pair with their young quarterback. Meanwhile, the Giants added another linebacker, Arville Reese from Ohio State at five. But the real drama hit when the Chiefs traded up from 9 to 6, giving up their 74th and 148th picks to land top. Cornerback Mansour Delain from LSU. That blocked the commanders from chasing Tate or Delain.

1:04Styles falling to seven had folks buzzing. He's a former safety who bulked up to linebacker, bringing elite athleticism that fits GM Adam Peters' push for youth and speed. Defensive coordinator Durante Jones now has a perfect piece for his aggressive scheme. Commanders Brasson Aspern lit up when his name got called and Styles himself said he's pumped to join head coach Dan Quinn's brotherhood starting. Right away, football news powered by AI. This is NFL News Today.