Sonny Styles looks to emulate Sean Taylor's legacy with Commanders
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Sonny Styles, a rookie linebacker for the Washington Commanders, expressed his admiration for Sean Taylor in a recent interview. Styles discussed his childhood fascination with Taylor through highlights and documentaries, citing Taylor's impactful play style. He aims to adopt a similar intensity as he begins his professional career, influenced by coach Dan Quinn's mindset of embracing a 'Bad M-F'er' identity. Styles's background includes playing for a championship-winning high school team and being the son of former NFL player Lorenzo Styles Sr.
- •Sonny Styles was influenced by Sean Taylor's highlights growing up.
- •He aims to adopt a violent playing style in the NFL.
- •Styles discussed his childhood and family background in football.
- •He plays under coach Dan Quinn's aggressive philosophy.
- •The Commanders have plans to honor Taylor with a statue.
- 9:09 PMCBS NFL — Commanders rookie Sonny Styles hopes to follow in footsteps of Washington legend Sean Taylor
"Styles discussed Taylor and several other topics with CBS Sports
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