Sonny Styles is a linebacker for the Ohio State Buckeyes, as of 2024. Styles attended Pickerington Central High School, where he showcased his athletic prowess and versatility on the field. During his high school career, he recorded impressive statistics: 88 tackles, including one for a loss, a sack, two pass deflections, six interceptions, and a forced fumble. His standout performance came on August 30, 2020, in a rivalry game against Pickerington High School North, where he achieved nine tackles, an interception, and blocked a punt while being observed by Ohio State coaches. This performance solidified his status as a five-star recruit, leading him to choose Ohio State over other prestigious programs like Clemson and Notre Dame.
Sonny Styles enrolled at Ohio State in June 2022 after reclassifying to graduate early from high school. In his freshman season (2022), he played in 12 games and made significant contributions with nine tackles and one tackle-for-loss. In the 2023 season, Styles transitioned into a starting safety role. He played 12 games and ranked fifth on the team with 53 total tackles, including 32 solo tackles. Notably, he set personal bests with seven tackles in key games against Michigan and Rutgers. As of spring 2024, Styles is expected to shift to linebacker full-time.
Sonny Styles Hometown
Sonny Styles hails from Pickerington, Ohio. He is the son of Lorenzo Styles Sr., a former NFL linebacker who played for teams like the Atlanta Falcons and St. Louis Rams, winning a Super Bowl in 2000.
Sonny Styles Nationality
Sonny Styles, born and raised in Ohio, is an American national.
FAQ's on Sonny Styles
A. As of September, 2024, he is 19 years old.
A. Lorenzo Styles Sr is the father of Sonny Styles.
A. He weighs around 107 kgs.
