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Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II enjoyed a breakout season as a sophomore in 2025. Murphy recorded seven sacks during the campaign. It was tied for third-most in the league among all defensive tackles.
After an injury contributed to limiting his rookie season, Murphy finally showcased his explosiveness as a second-year player. The Seahawks originally drafted him with the intention of seeing him develop into an effective pass rusher from the interior. That's precisely what happened in 2025, and the Seahawks won Super Bowl 60.
Murphy now shifts attention to carrying that momentum over to the upcoming 2026 season. It's a huge campaign that will help determine Murphy's future in Seattle. The Seahawks will be tasked with making a decision on Murphy's fifth-year option next offseason. He'll also become eligible to sign an extension, and the market was just reset by Jeffery Simmons' three-year, $105.8 million extension.
Murphy possesses every trait required to enjoy the first double-digit sack season of his career. Playing on Mike Macdonald's defensive line alongside talented players like Leonard Williams and Derick Hall helped fully unlock his capabilities in 2025. Now, watch Murphy potentially blossom into a superstar pass rusher while taking that next step forward during the 2026 season.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: How many sacks will Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II have in 2026?
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After an injury contributed to limiting his rookie season, Murphy finally showcased his explosiveness as a second-year player. The Seahawks originally drafted him with the intention of seeing him develop into an effective pass rusher from the interior. That's precisely what happened in 2025, and the Seahawks won Super Bowl 60.
Murphy now shifts attention to carrying that momentum over to the upcoming 2026 season. It's a huge campaign that will help determine Murphy's future in Seattle. The Seahawks will be tasked with making a decision on Murphy's fifth-year option next offseason. He'll also become eligible to sign an extension, and the market was just reset by Jeffery Simmons' three-year, $105.8 million extension.
Murphy possesses every trait required to enjoy the first double-digit sack season of his career. Playing on Mike Macdonald's defensive line alongside talented players like Leonard Williams and Derick Hall helped fully unlock his capabilities in 2025. Now, watch Murphy potentially blossom into a superstar pass rusher while taking that next step forward during the 2026 season.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: How many sacks will Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II have in 2026?
Continue reading...
