# Myles Murphy

NFL defensive lineman/edge rusher. Position: **EDGE**. Team: **Cincinnati Bengals**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** Edge Rusher / Defensive End
- **Team:** Cincinnati Bengals
- **Draft:** 2022 first-round pick
- **Career arc:** Building toward a breakout

## 2026 Outlook

Now Cincinnati's top returning pass rusher with Trey Hendrickson's departure. Coming off his best season with personal highs in starts (10), tackles (52), sacks (5.5), and QB hits (10). Enters his pivotal fourth season in Al Golden's defense as a former first-round pick with every opportunity to establish himself as the leader of Cincinnati's defensive front. IDP analysts call him the biggest boom-or-bust candidate heading into 2026 — talent and opportunity are there, but he needs to convert to breakout status. (per 15 IDP Breakout Candidates for 2026 Dynasty Fantasy Football)

## Role / Depth Chart

Expected as a full-time starter opposite the new pass-rusher in Cincinnati's scheme.

## Recent News

- 2026-08-05 — Myles Murphy flagged as boom-or-bust IDP candidate with massive opportunity. (15 IDP Breakout Candidates for 2026 Dynasty Fantasy Football)

## Open Questions

- Will Murphy finally break out with Hendrickson gone and a full-time opportunity?

## Sources

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