Ohio State linebacker makes huge statement at NFL Draft Combine

Key Highlights

• He also tied former Buckeye teammate Arvell Reese for fastest time among linebackers at this year's event. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe numbers are even more impressive when you look at them in a historical context.
• NFL research noted he's the only player since 2003 to run a sub-4.5 40 combined with a vertical of at least 40 inches and a broad jump of 11-plus feet at 230 pounds or heavier. He was not asked to leap tall buildings in a single-bound, but might have done that too if given the chanceReactions around the league and media were immediate.
• One national outlet called Sonny's performance arguably the most thrilling performance by a linebacker in 30 years.
• Former NFL scout and current analyst Daniel Jeremiah said Styles "crashed the party," forcing his way into potential top of the draft pick territory.
• ESPN's Mel Kiper has Styles as a projected top-10 pick and the No.