The combine is in full swing in Indianapolis, and the action kicked off Wednesday morning with the linebackers and defensive linemen speaking to media members.

Washington Commanders fans were likely tuned into what was being said during the four-hour media availability. Many of the players mocked to the team, including Miami's Rueben Bain, Ohio State's Sonny Styles and Texas Tech's David Bailey all answered questions about the draft process and what they feel they can bring to any team that drafts them.

Let's dive into some of what they had to say.

-- There was a large crowd around Bain's podium, and most of the reporters in attendance wanted to know about his arm length. It's been a sticking point for draft experts. While there's no doubt about him being a first-round pick, there are concerns that his arms will be too short to compete with NFL offensive tackles on the edge. According to Bain, teams don't share that concern as long as he can "talk the talk and walk the walk," and to Bain's credit, he has a solid resume of overcoming his arm length with 9.5 sacks and the second most pressures in college football last season. Still, his measurements should be a talking point throughout the week.

-- Bailey is regarded by some as the best pure pass rusher in his class, and there is evidence for that assertion. He recorded 14.5 sacks last season, which tied for the most among FBS players, and generated the most pressures in the country. Of course, Bailey wants to make a good impression throughout the week, but he wants teams to know that he doesn't see himself as a finished product. He knows he still has plenty to learn and is looking forward to being with a coaching staff that can maximize his skill set.

-- The combine is full of confident athletes, but Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods might have more than most. He described himself as a "game disruptor" and added that he likes being the type of player who offensive coordinators have to account for. Woods, a First Team All-ACC selection last year, recorded 30 tackles in 12 games. He also has a history of being a disruptive player with 14.5 tackles for a loss over three seasons.

-- Arvell Reese is one of the top prospects in the draft and could be a top 10 pick. Whenever a player receives that kind of praise, it usually means that they will not participate in drills in favor of performing during their school's pro day. Reese has taken the opposite approach and is expected to participate in drills, which could include the 40-yard dash. Such a move could be viewed as a gamble, but if he has a strong day, it could move him even further up draft boards.

-- Texas Tech has 13 players participating in the combine this year -- more than any other team in college football. Two of those players -- Cashius Howell and Lee Hunter -- both spoke to the media and praised the school for putting them in the best position to succeed at the next level. Howell said he and his teammates are built to translate to the NFL, while Hunter said the program's operation, from practices to film study, has prepared them for the moment.

-- Teams value versatility, and Caleb Banks believes he has plenty of it to thrive at the professional level. He said he can play at any spot on the defensive line and knows how to bring pressure up the middle and crash the pocket. Banks suffered a broken foot that forced him to miss most of the 2025 season, but he was a solid presence for the Gators when healthy. In 2024, he had 21 tackles with 4.5 sacks, a forced fumble and a pass deflection.

-- Speaking of versatility, Styles is considered one of the most flexible players in the draft when it comes to position value. When asked about what he brings to NFL teams, Styles said it starts with his versatility. He is confident he can play all three linebacker positions, pairing athleticism with an ability to lead a defense from the field. He wants to keep working on ball disruption, particularly in zone coverage, but he believes he has a strong foundation for the NFL. The best example of his impact came in 2024, when he had 100 tackles with six sacks and five pass breakups en route to a Second Team All-Big Ten selection. Styles earned a First Team all-conference nod as well as a First Team All-American selection in 2025.