Seahawks prepare Byron Murphy for impactful Year 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 4:43 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks aim for Byron Murphy II to improve in Year 3 following a successful second season. During training, Murphy shared that he is receiving diverse pass-rush opportunities, including from 3-technique and nose tackle positions. Murphy's versatility is viewed as crucial for enhancing his game, with head coach Mike Macdonald expecting a spike in his performance. Murphy recorded seven sacks and 62 tackles last season, contributing to Seattle's Super Bowl victory. The Seahawks plan to leverage his skills to create advantageous matchups against offenses.
- •Murphy had seven sacks and 62 tackles last season.
- •Seahawks plan to use him in varied defensive alignments.
- •Head coach Mike Macdonald expects a productivity spike.
- •Murphy aims for double-digit sacks and an All-Pro selection.
- 4:43 AMYahoo Sports — Seahawks Have New Plan for Byron Murphy Ahead of Year 3
"The Seahawks want another jump from Byron Murphy II in Year 3, and the defensive tackle just explained how Seattle plans to help make it happen. The post Seahawks Have New Plan for Byron Murphy Ahead of Year 3 appeared first on HEAVY.
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