"[Adam] Peters and Ohio State DC Matt Patricia were coworkers two decades ago in New England, and they talked a lot over the past few months, and Patricia told the GM what an incredible communicator, teammate, and person [Sonny] Styles was."
"Patricia's pro-style scheme also gave Quinn and new DC Daronte Jones a real look on tape at how Styles would fit into an NFL defense."
"This wasn't just a spur-of-the-moment decision. It was the culmination of months of researching everything about Styles. From his on-field production, football IQ, exceptional athleticism, and mindset, the player ticked every box."
The Washington Commanders had been interested in linebacker Sonny Styles for years, with a significant influence from Ohio State's defensive coordinator Matt Patricia. General manager Adam Peters had a longstanding relationship with Patricia, which helped solidify Styles as a top choice. Despite doubts about Styles' availability at the seventh overall pick, the Commanders acted quickly when he was still on the board. Their decision was based on thorough research into Styles' abilities, character, and fit within the team's culture and defensive scheme.
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