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What Seahawks' Byron Murphy told NFL Network about his breakout season

The second-year lineman opened up about his rapid development and the veteran teammates helping elevate his game.
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Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) celebrates a sack of Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward (1) during the second quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025.
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) celebrates a sack of Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward (1) during the second quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. | Denny Simmons / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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There's no denying that Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II is in the midst of a breakout second season.

Through 11 games, Murphy has already amassed six sacks, six tackles for loss and 11 QB hits to go along with his 43 combined tackles. These numbers dwarf his rookie production, when he managed just 0.5 sacks, two TFL's and one single QB hit.

Experience and health are two obvious reasons for Murphy's ascension, but the 2024 first round pick also credits his elders with much of his development. Here's what he said about his current mentors while appearing with Judy Battista and Ian Rappaport on NFL Network's The Insiders:

I’ve learned a lot, and I’m still learning from guys like Leo (Williams), Demarcus Lawrence... Jarran Reed - those guys help me with my game, but also on the field and off the field as well. Those guys play a huge impact in my success. I wanna give all props to them.
Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II

Watch the video for his full interview, including his thoughts on whether he believes he's deserving of a Pro Bowl nod this year.

https://x.com/rapsheet/status/1993841023609414035?s=61

Currently sitting second in the NFL among interior defensive tackles in sacks and total pressures, I'd say chances are good he's going to garner a lot of votes. And having just turned 23 years old in September, the sky appears to be the limit for Murphy.

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DAN VIENS

Dan Viens is the creator and host of the Seahawks Forever YouTube channel, where his film study, analytics breakdowns, live shows, and in-depth interviews with some of the best and brightest from the Seahawks universe have earned a rapidly growing audience of fans. Before building his digital platform, Dan worked as a television sports director and reporter and covered the Seahawks professionally as a beat reporter and columnist for Sports Illustrated, SB Nation, and VOX Media. His work reflects a commitment to thoughtful, balanced analysis—rooted in objective reporting—while still embracing the passion and perspective of a lifelong fan.

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