Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II Closer to Breakout Season Than Rookie Stats Suggest

Written By Corbin Smith

In terms of sacks and quarterback hits, Byron Murphy II’s rookie season lacked much statistical sizzle. What does additional context say about expectations for the former first round pick in 2025?

Corbin Smith

After teaching and coaching high school football for five years, Smith transitioned into sports reporting in 2017 and spent seven years with Sports Illustrated as a Seahawks beat reporter before launching the Emerald City Spectrum in February 2025. He also has hosted the Locked On Seahawks podcast since 2019.

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