Sonny Styles reflects on 'not ideal' NFL debut for Commanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:40 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Sonny Styles, the Washington Commanders' rookie linebacker, made his NFL debut on August 14 during a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins. Although the Commanders won 20-7 and held the Dolphins scoreless on their last 11 possessions, Styles expressed frustration after allowing an early touchdown on his only series. The Dolphins achieved a 14-play, 93-yard drive for a touchdown that left Styles disappointed, as the team did not have many starters on the field. Styles and teammate Leo Chenal expressed eagerness for more opportunities in their next game against the Detroit Lions.
- •Sonny Styles debuted in the Commanders' 20-7 preseason win.
- •The Dolphins scored a touchdown on Styles' only defensive series.
- •Washington's defense forced six punts and three interceptions afterward.
- •Styles expressed eagerness for improvement in upcoming practices.
- •The Commanders face the Detroit Lions next week.
- 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders LB Sonny Styles on why NFL debut was 'not ideal'
"Commanders rookie linebacker Sonny Styles explains why his NFL debut was 'not ideal.'
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