Byron Murphy II is an American professional football nose tackle for the Seattle Seahawks, drafted 16th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft out of the University of Texas. This tag page collects news, articles, interviews, and updates covering his career milestones, including his 2023 Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year honor, his rookie season with Seattle, his 2025 breakout performances, and the Seahawks’ Super Bowl championship run in which he recorded two sacks and a fumble recovery. The tag is relevant for tracking the progression of a young interior defender whose production is trending upward and who remains under contract through 2028 as a foundational piece of the Seahawks’ defensive front.