Washington Commanders' Draft Strategy: Sonny Styles at 7

0:00On March 2nd, the Washington commanders came away from the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine with fresh insights on top prospects. General manager Adam Peters now has clearer views on potential draft targets, especially with just six total picks and only two in the first four. Rounds That stems from last off-season's big trade for left tackle Laramie Tunsell, leaving them short on high picks. Free agency offers a huge chance to bolster the roster first, using their caps space for starters and depth pieces. This would give Peters more room to maneuver around that valuable seventh overall selection, ideal for landing a cornerstone player. Fans and analysts see a pressing need at linebacker, where the team craves youth and speed. A veteran Bobby Wagner leaves, that whole grows bigger, despite pieces like Frankie Lovu and Jordan Maggi already in place. Sunny Styles from Ohio State stole the show at the Combine with record-breaking athletic numbers that matched his college tape. His sideline to sideline speed, coverage skills from his safety days, and versatility

1:05make him a perfect defensive boost. Peters can't afford a swing and miss at number seven, and recent Mox-Pake styles as the smart, safe choice to transform Washington's defense for years ahead.