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Commanders Unleash Hybrid Safety-Backer | NFL News
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- Jul 25, 2026
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The Washington Commanders are reviving a forgotten defensive role by turning rookie Sonny Styles — the seventh overall pick — into a hybrid safety-linebacker. With his college background in both positions and offseason training with a defensive backs coach, Styles is primed to thrive in the “Big Nickel” package, blending speed, coverage, and versatility. This move lets the Commanders deploy their best athletes in creative ways, complementing traditional linebackers like Luvu and Chenal while keeping opponents off balance with unpredictable schemes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3b6071c019acd5e7