Odafe Oweh compares Sonny Styles to Bobby Wagner at Commanders' OTAs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
During the second week of OTAs, Odafe Oweh of the Washington Commanders compared new linebacker Sonny Styles to Bobby Wagner. Styles, selected with the No. 7 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is recognized for his size, speed, and football IQ. Oweh highlighted Styles' ability to lead and communicate on the field, indicating a bright future ahead. This transition comes as the team moves on from veteran linebacker Wagner, who is nearing the end of his career.
- •Sonny Styles was drafted No. 7 overall by the Commanders in 2026.
- •Odafe Oweh made the comparison during Washington's second week of OTAs.
- •Styles is 6-foot-5 and 244 pounds, previously a safety in college.
- •The team is transitioning away from veterans like Bobby Wagner and Zach Ertz.
- •Oweh noted Styles' ability to communicate and lead on defense.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders' Odafe Oweh has lofty comparison for Sonny Styles
"Odafe Oweh compared Sonny Styles to someone Commanders' fans know well.
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