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Byron Murphy II records two early sacks against 49ers in Week 5

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 9:51 PM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Byron Murphy II records two early sacks against 49ers in Week 5

Summary

In the first 20 minutes of the Week 5 matchup, Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II recorded two sacks against the San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. This marked the first time Purdy has been sacked this season. Murphy's performance has energized the Seahawks and raised tensions in what is a heated rivalry game, highlighted by the ejection of 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw for headbutting Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV. With the game still underway, both teams are displaying intense physicality as they strive for control.

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Key Details

•Murphy II recorded two sacks in the first half.
•Purdy had not been sacked in previous games this season.
•Dre Greenlaw was ejected for a headbutt during the game.
•The game continues to be a physical contest between both teams.
•Match is still in progress with significant implications for both teams.

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9:51 PMYahoo Sports — WATCH: Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II takes 49ers over with 2 sacks

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Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II took the San Francisco 49ers over with two sacks in the first 20 minutes of their Week 5 matchup.
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