Murphy, a first-team All-Big 12 selection in 2023, started all 14 games and recorded 29 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, 5.0 sacks, and had two offensive touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. , recorded one reception.
Like any other first-round pick in particular, Murphy was excited to hear from the Seahawks on Thursday.
“When I got that call, I was happy and excited,” he said. “It was like a dream come true. I am truly happy and honored to be a Seattle Seahawk.”
But Murphy's excitement didn't stop at the first-round pick. He was also excited about the team choosing him, seeing as he grew up a Seahawks fan despite growing up in Texas.
“I really loved the Legion of Boom, Earl Thomas, Richard Sherman, Kam Chancellor, Michael Bennett, how dominant they all were,” Murphy said. “And then you had offensive players like Russell Wilson, Marshawn (Lynch), Doug Baldwin, (Jermaine) Kearse. Just watching them grow, they dominated the league. , won the Super Bowl. So I grew up watching them do it.'' All I've ever wanted to do is win the Super Bowl.
“(Being selected by Seattle) means a lot. I'm honored that they believe in me and invest in me. I'm going to give them everything I have. I owe them everything. That was my upbringing.''It's crazy to get drafted by Seattle because it's my favorite team. I think that's exactly God's plan, giving all the glory to God. ”
