Myles Murphy

The Bengals are not picking up the fifth-year option for DE Myles Murphy.

Fantasy Impact

Murphy had 5.5 sacks for CIncinnati last season. The Bengals still have interest in reaching an extension with him as he enters a contract season.

The Bengals are reportedly still weighing their decision on Myles Murphy's fifth-year option.

Fantasy Impact

The deadline is later this week on Friday. Murphy moved into a starting role last season and recorded 5.5 sacks. Murphy would be guaranteed $14.475 million in 2027 under the terms of the option.

Bengals coach Zac Taylor said Myles Murphy will play on Sunday against the Ravens.

Fantasy Impact

Murphy was able to open the week with back-to-back full practices. The Bengals defense should be healthier on Sunday against Baltimore.

The Cincinnati Bengals have selected EDGE Myles Murphy with the No. 28 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

Murphy will join a Bengals’ defensive line anchored by Trey Hendrickson and DJ Reader. Murphy will benefit from being able to learn from Hendrickson as he looks to expand his pass rush angles and rush moves. Thor Nystrom has Murphy as No. 18 overall and ED4 with an NFL comparison of Rashan Gary in his Top 500 big board.