Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald Delivers Clear Message to Byron Murphy II Before 2026

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Defensive tackle Byron Murphy II already broke out into a star during his second NFL season last year. The head coach indirectly shared that fact with the defensive tackle through the media at training camp. Expectations High for Byron Murphy II Entering 2026Expectations have only been high for Murphy since he arrived in Seattle. “Byron is an unbelievable player that can play at an elite level,” said Seahawks defensive coordinator Aden Durde. Murphy was one of three Seahawks players with seven sacks last season.