Sonny Styles praises Commanders defense amid mandatory minicamp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Washington Commanders rookie linebacker Sonny Styles spoke to the media on June 16 during mandatory minicamp, expressing his satisfaction with the team's new defensive coordinator, Daronte Jones. Styles praised Jones' teaching style, describing it as easy to understand, and indicated that the defensive scheme suits his playing style. Coaches, including linebackers coach Ken Norton Jr. and head coach Dan Quinn, have expressed high expectations for Styles, noting his work ethic and focus. While Styles acknowledges the difference between practice without pads and the physicality expected in games, he remains optimistic about his integration into the defense.
- •Sonny Styles hailed Daronte Jones' teaching method as effective.
- •Ken Norton Jr. praised Styles' performance during offseason activities.
- •Styles emphasized the need for physical play once pads are worn.
- •Dan Quinn noted Styles' control and preparation during the minicamp.
- •Minicamp practices are part of the lead-up to the NFL season.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders LB Sonny Styles on why defensive scheme is perfect for him
"Coaches praised Sonny Styles again on Tuesday. In turn, Styles praised DC Daronte Jones and his new scheme.
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