Imagine this: two brothers tearing up the gridiron for Ohio State, chasing glory in the biggest game of their lives. One’s a former Notre Dame wide-out turned CB, and the other? A 5-star unicorn on defense who seems to play every position under the sun. That’s Lorenzo and Sonny Styles for you—Ohio’s finest, following their dad’s Buckeye legacy.

But what’s their story? How did they end up on the same squad and play for the natty?

Lorenzo Styles Jr. and Sonny Styles are brothers, but this ain’t your average sibling duo. Big bro Lorenzo and lil bro Sonny are tight, and are repping the Buckeyes on the defensive sides of the field, with a bond that goes way beyond blood. Lorenzo Jr., the older one, started as a wide receiver for Notre Dame before flipping the script and transferring to Ohio State on June 23rd, 2023. “Thankful for this opportunity,” Lorenzo posted on IG when he made the move. Now he’s a cornerback, locking down receivers instead of catching passes.

Meanwhile, Sonny’s been a defensive beast for the Buckeyes since day one. As a freshman, he racked up 9 tackles. The man turned into a linebacker now after playing safety for 1-2 years. This season, Sonny racked up 94 total tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 5 sacks. Coaches call him a “unicorn”—and honestly, watching him bulldoze Texas QB Quinn Ewers in the Cotton Bowl last week, we get it. The safety/LB has versatility for days.

The Styles brothers playing together for natty? Well, keep an eye on Lorenzo—this might be his last ride in scarlet and gray against that green and gold of Notre Dame in Atlanta. Growing up, football was their life, so this whole situation? Pure Hollywood!

Where did the brothers grow up?

Pickerington, Ohio—where football runs deep, and the Styles family made their mark. Back in 2019, Lorenzo and Sonny helped Pickerington Central High School win the Division I OHSAA Championship. It’s no wonder they’re thriving at Ohio State; they’ve been winning together since their teenage years. Their dad, Lorenzo Styles Sr., played linebacker for the Buckeyes in the ’90s, so the scarlet and gray practically run in their veins.

Lorenzo Jr. took a detour to South Bend, but after two years, he found his way back home. And Sonny? He’s been Buckeye-bound since high school, choosing Ohio State over schools like Clemson and Notre Dame. Talk about keeping it in the family. These two aren’t just teammates; they’re rewriting the Styles family legacy, one game at a time.

In 2022, these 2 faced off in Columbus when Ohio State beat Notre Dame 21-10. Close, but no brotherhood just yet. Fast forward to today, and it’s a whole different vibe. Lorenzo’s shift from wide receiver to cornerback means they’re both on defense, learning from each other and building chemistry that could be a game-changer against Marcus Freeman’s Notre Dame on January 20th.

Sonny’s coaches rave about his elite skills, calling him the type of player who can dominate at any position. But don’t sleep on Lorenzo—he’s a track star who ran 100 in 10.83s, an Academic All-Big Ten honoree, and a senior CB. Together, they’re a dynamic duo, bringing Pickerington pride to the national stage.

Lorenzo and Sonny Styles aren’t just brothers; they’re a movement. From their Pickerington roots to the biggest stage in college football, their journey is one for the books. Whether they’re breaking up passes or breaking tackles, these two are making waves—and if they bring home that natty on January 20th, the Styles family name will be etched in Buckeye history forever.