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Sonny Styles Shocks at NFL Combine with Historic Numbers

Former Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles wowed scouts at the NFL Combine, posting record-setting vertical and broad jump numbers despite being a young prospect.

Former Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles delivered a historic performance at the NFL Combine, projected to be selected No. 12 by the Dallas Cowboys. His 43.5-inch vertical jump was just 1.5 inches off the all-time record, while his broad jump of 11'2" ranks fourth among linebackers since 1999. He also ran a 4.46-second 40-yard dash.

The 21-year-old, who played basketball in high school, comes from a highly athletic family as the son of former NFL linebacker Lorenzo Styles Sr. and brother of Ohio State defensive back Lorenzo Styles Jr.