Harbaugh said the off‑ball linebacker position is key to stopping the run, a weakness for the Giants, and that Styles’ coverage skills and athleticism make him a strong candidate for the 2026 draft.
General manager Joe Schoen echoed the priority on run defense, and Styles, a 6‑foot‑3¾, 243‑lb converted safety ranked No. 7 on the Sports Info Solutions board, could be a top‑five pick.