For the second straight season and fourth time in the last six, the Seattle Seahawks used their top pick of the NFL Draft on a defensive player. Texas defensive tackle Byron Murphy II was one of only nine defenders taken in Round 1, and he’s the latest addition to the Seahawks’ retooled interior front.
Draft call drop.
The moment @ByronMurphyII found out he'd be playing for his favorite team. pic.twitter.com/nAGoFWsXCz— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) April 26, 2024Speaking with media on Thursday night from his Texas home, Murphy provided a description of what he brings to Seattle’s defense.