Sonny Styles impresses at Washington Commanders training camp debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:13 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Sonny Styles, the Washington Commanders' 2026 first-round draft pick, showcased his skills on August 3 during the first day of full pads at training camp. The linebacker, selected No. 7 overall, demonstrated considerable potential, impressing both fans and analysts. His performance drew comparisons to future Hall of Famer Bobby Wagner, who previously played for the Commanders. Styles' athleticism was evident at the NFL scouting combine, where he recorded standout results, including a 43.5-inch vertical leap. He is set to make an immediate impact on the team's defense as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Sonny Styles wows fans on first day in full pads
- •Drafted as No. 7 overall pick in 2026
- •Compares favorably to Bobby Wagner
- •Impressive athletic testing at the combine
- •Contract worth $37.7 million over four years
- 3:13 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders’ 1st-Round Pick Sonny Styles Wows at Training Camp
- 4:50 PMNFL News — Training camp notebook | Sonny Styles stands out during first padded practice - Washington Commanders
"Washington Commanders off-ball linebacker and 2026 1st-round draft pick Sonny Styles wowed on his 1st day in full pads at training camp. The post Commanders’ 1st-Round Pick Sonny Styles Wows at Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
"The pads were on for the first time during this year’s training camp, and there was plenty of excitement on both sides of the ball. Let’s go over some of the highlights.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 3:13 AMCommanders’ 1st-Round Pick Sonny Styles Wows at Training Camp
Washington Commanders off-ball linebacker and 2026 1st-round draft pick Sonny Styles wowed on his 1st day in full pads at training camp. The post Commanders’ 1st-Round Pick Sonny Styles Wows at Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
- NFL NewsAug 3, 2026, 4:50 PMTraining camp notebook | Sonny Styles stands out during first padded practice - Washington Commanders
The pads were on for the first time during this year’s training camp, and there was plenty of excitement on both sides of the ball. Let’s go over some of the highlights.
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