Washington Commanders Coach Dan Quinn Highlights Jeremy Reaves, Pushes Rookie Sonny Styles to Take Risks

Dan Quinn, head coach of the Washington Commanders, praised veteran safety Jeremy Reaves during training camp, calling him a “remarkable teammate” and “essential” to the team’s resurgence. Reaves, an undrafted South Alabama player who earned All‑Pro special‑team honors, received a one‑year contract extension that keeps him with the club through the 2028 offseason.

Quinn also addressed rookie linebacker Sonny Styles, the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, urging him to take more risks and trust his athleticism. Quinn told the player to “go for it” and make mistakes in order to develop, emphasizing that Styles’ size and agility give him the ability to create big plays.