Byron Murphy II aims for top-10 status in 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II earned an honorable mention in ESPN's annual top-10 players list but did not make the cut. After a breakout season in 2025, where he recorded 62 tackles and seven sacks, Murphy's goal is to break into the top 10 for 2026. With the Seahawks facing a decision on his fifth-year option next offseason, a strong performance will be crucial. Murphy's explosiveness has drawn positive remarks from NFL coaches, highlighting his ability to cause disruption against opposing offenses.
- •Byron Murphy II received an honorable mention in ESPN's top-10 list.
- •He recorded 62 tackles and seven sacks in 2025.
- •The Seahawks will decide on his fifth-year option next offseason.
- •NFL coaches praise Murphy's explosiveness.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN lays out a clear goal for Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II in 2026
"ESPN recently laid out a clear goal for Seattle Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II in 2026.
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