Styles, a 6-foot senior from Pickerington, Ohio, brought versatility and pedigree to the secondary after beginning his collegiate career as a wide receiver at Notre Dame before transitioning to cornerback at Ohio State. A former top-100 national recruit, he played in 60 career games with 19 starts, including 11 starts in 2025. Styles contributed to a national championship team in 2024 and showcased positional flexibility with experience at both cornerback and safety, while also adding value on special teams early in his career.