There's always some risk in ranking a rookie this high, but Styles is set up to have a productive first season as a pro. The Commanders drafted him seventh overall, and he projects to fill a well-rounded skillset. Scouting reports suggest Styles is a smart player capable of making proper reads and is excellent in coverage as a former safety, with elite athleticism that allows him to stop the run. Washington remade much of its defense, including at linebacker where future hall of famer Bobby Wagner was not brought back, and Styles is expected to pair with free-agent addition Leo Chenal to patrol the intermediate area of the field. Frankie Luvu remains on the roster, but his performance dipped significantly in 2025, and Styles should have little problem surpassing him on the depth chart.