Dan Quinn: Sonny Styles "definitely capable" of wearing green dot as a rookie
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Key Points:
- Linebacker Sonny Styles, drafted seventh overall by the Commanders, is expected to play a significant role on the team's defense.
- Styles' background as a defensive back at Ohio State gives him unique traits and football acumen that could allow versatile usage on defense.
- Commanders coach Ron Rivera mentioned Styles might serve as the player with the green dot helmet, relaying defensive play calls from coaches during games.
- Styles' physical abilities suggest he will have extensive playing time, potentially becoming the defensive centerpiece for Washington.
- The team will evaluate his role in relaying play calls during upcoming practices, as several players are tested in this capacity.
