Jeffery Simmons extension sets market for Byron Murphy II contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Tennessee Titans signed defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to a three-year deal worth $105.8 million, making him the highest-paid player at his position. The contract includes $100 million in guarantees, significantly impacting the market for Seattle Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II. Murphy, who had a breakout season in 2025 with 7.0 sacks, is expected to have a larger role in 2026. He will be eligible for contract negotiations following the upcoming season. The Seahawks will need to decide on Murphy's fifth-year option after 2026, with expectations high that they will exercise it.
- •Jeffery Simmons' deal is worth $105.8 million over three years.
- •Contract includes $100 million guaranteed, highest for a DT.
- •Byron Murphy II had 7.0 sacks during Super Bowl-winning season.
- •Seahawks likely to exercise Murphy's fifth-year option after 2026.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Jeffery Simmons extension sets initial price point for Byron Murphy II
"The recent contract extension for Jeffery Simmons extension sets the initial price point for Seattle Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II.
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