Sonny Styles Selected by Commanders in 2026 NFL Draft, Following Family Legacy
Sonny Styles, son of former NFL DB Lorenzo Styles, was selected by the Commanders in the 2026 draft.
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In the 2026 NFL Draft, linebacker Sonny Styles was selected as the No. 7 pick by the Washington Commanders, following in the footsteps of his father, former NFL linebacker Lorenzo Styles. Several other players with NFL family ties were also drafted, highlighting a trend of legacy in this year's selections.
- 01Sonny Styles, son of former NFL linebacker Lorenzo Styles, was drafted No. 7 by the Washington Commanders.
- 02Caleb Downs, selected by the Dallas Cowboys, is the younger brother of Colts wide receiver Josh Downs.
- 03Josiah Trotter, drafted by the Buccaneers, is the son of four-time Pro Bowl linebacker Jeremiah Trotter.
- 04Avieon Terrell will join his brother A.J. Terrell in the Atlanta Falcons' secondary.
- 05Bryce Lance, brother of Trey Lance, was selected by the New Orleans Saints.
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The 2026 NFL Draft showcased a notable trend of players with family connections to the league. Among them, Sonny Styles, a linebacker from Ohio State, was selected as the No. 7 pick by the Washington Commanders, following in the footsteps of his father, Lorenzo Styles, a former NFL linebacker. Other notable picks included Caleb Downs, chosen by the Dallas Cowboys at No. 11, who is the younger brother of Colts receiver Josh Downs. The Atlanta Falcons drafted Josiah Trotter at No. 46, son of four-time Pro Bowl linebacker Jeremiah Trotter. Additionally, Avieon Terrell was picked by the Falcons at No. 48, allowing him to play alongside his brother A.J. Terrell. The draft also included Bryce Lance, brother of Trey Lance, selected by the New Orleans Saints at No. 136. This year's draft not only highlighted emerging talent but also the continuing legacy of NFL families.
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