Seattle Seahawks Defensive tackle Byron Murphy II was the latest victim of the infamous and expensive annual rookie dinner — only his teammates also decided to pull a little prank.
every year, NFL veterans Diners are treated to where they typically order more expensive items on the menu, and the rookie player on the team will foot the bill. These bills can cost tens of thousands of dollars.
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 8, 2024. (Photos by Mark J. Rebelas-Imagine)
Murphy, who was drafted by the Seahawks with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2024 draft, was ready to pay his rookie dues when he received the shock of a lifetime.
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According to videos shared on Murphy's Instagram account on Friday, Seahawks players were hit with a bill of more than $155,000.
And Murphy's reaction said it all.
Fortunately, the receipt was just a joke — although the real bill was still shockingly high for just one night of team bonding.
Minnesota Vikings guard Dalton Risner (66) blocks Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) during the first half at Lumen Field on December 22, 2024. (Photos by Steven Bisig-Imagine)
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The total amount, with the bonus added, was more than $38,000. But it shouldn't be a big problem for Murphy to cover.
the previous Distinctive Texas He signed a four-year contract worth over $16 million with an annual salary of just over $4 million.
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) stands on the sideline during the first quarter at Lumen Field on August 24, 2024. (Joe Nicholson – USA Today Sports)
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The Seahawks were eliminated from the playoffs last week after the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Arizona Cardinals. They will conclude the season with a game against the Rams on Sunday.
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