The Styles family is making quite the impact at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Just a day after his brother, Sonny Styles, completed a great all-around workout, Ohio State safety Lorenzo Styles Jr. made some history in front of scouts on Friday.
Lorenzo Styles Jr. Shines in 2026 NFL Scouting Combine
Lorenzo held his own at the combine by running an official time of 4.27 seconds in the 40-yard dash — the fastest time by a safety at the event since 2003. Also, Missouri cornerback Toriano Pride Jr. ran an impressive 4.32 40-yard dash.
Styles recorded a noteworthy vertical jump of 39 inches, putting him close to the top of the drill, as well as the 40-yard dash. He opted not to participate in the broad jump. Per PFSN’s CFB Safety Impact metrics, Styles earned a C grade in 2025.
On Thursday, Sonny, Lorenzo’s brother and teammate the past three seasons at Ohio State, made his presence felt. Sonny generated buzz with his speed and leaping ability, standing out in jumping and running drills, as well as in positional work.
Before his time with the Buckeyes, Lorenzo was a wide receiver with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the 2021 and 2022 seasons. He recorded 54 receptions for 684 yards and 2 touchdowns before transferring to Ohio State and converting to safety.
With the Buckeyes over the last three seasons, Lorenzo posted 47 total tackles, including 1.5 for loss, and added 7 defensed passes across 34 regular-season and postseason games.
NFL World Reacts to Scouting Combine Performance
The NFL world was amazed at the Styles brothers’ performance.
Former Super Bowl champion Damien Woody pulled no punches, raving about their speed on social media. He said, “These boys are FLYINGGGG,” with three fire emojis.
Sam Block took the praise of Styles’ brothers performance even further, saying, “Sonny Styles… athletic freak. Lorenzo Styles Jr… athletic freak. It runs in the family. STOP SLEEPING ON LORENZO.”
These boys are FLYINGGGG 🔥🔥
Damien Woody (@damienwoody) February 27, 2026
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero made note of Styles’ milestone 40-yard dash speed on X, saying, “Officially a 4.27 40 for Lorenzo Styles Jr., which is the fastest by a safety since at least 2003 per @NFLPlus data.”
Officially a 4.27 40 for Lorenzo Styles Jr. — the fastest by a safety since at least 2003 per @NFLPlus data. https://t.co/GN4v7VIH4h
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) February 27, 2026
As far as draft expectations, Lorenzo is seen as a late-round draft pick, while Sonny is expected to be one of top players to get drafted come April.
The 2026 NFL Draft begins with the first round on Thursday, April 23 and continues with the second and third round on Friday, April 24. The event concludes Saturday, April 25 with rounds 4-7.
