Byron Murphy, the Seattle Seahawks’ 16th overall pick, is confronting serious allegations just as he prepares for his rookie season. The controversy centers around an extortion claim made by a transgender OnlyFans model, who alleges that Murphy owes her $15,000. This situation has drawn significant attention, and Murphy’s legal team has taken swift action by reporting the incident to the FBI.
Extortion Allegations and Public Outcry
Murphy, a highly anticipated defensive lineman from Texas, has found himself at the center of a scandal involving an adult star. The model, identified on social media as @msmariahmonay, has used her platform to accuse Murphy of failing to pay her the substantial sum. She has called on her followers to tag Murphy’s team and fiancé to escalate the situation.
On July 22, the model tweeted, “Byron Murphy blocked me from his and his fiancé’s pages because he owes me $15,000. Maybe this will get his attention. He played games with the wrong person! @Seahawks enjoy Trans instead of paying and wants to become viral. Tag him, his fiancée, the squad, and so forth.”
Murphy’s Career and Recent Developments
The Seahawks selected Murphy in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft following a standout college career at Texas. Murphy was named the Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year and earned First-Team All-Big 12 honors for the 2023 season. During his time at Texas, he played in all 14 games, recording impressive stats including 29 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, and five sacks.
Murphy’s performance at Texas was notable not just for his defensive prowess but also for his contributions on offense, where he scored two touchdowns—a first for a Texas offensive or defensive lineman
In response to the allegations, Murphy’s attorney, Ron Slavin, has vigorously defended him. Slavin claims that the extortion attempt is part of a broader scheme targeting young NFL players. He asserts that Murphy had no prior contact with the model and that the extortion claim is baseless.
Slavin stated, “Recently, my client Byron Murphy was the subject of an extortion attempt originating from a text exchange conducted online. He had no contact with this individual. This blackmail plot is part of a pattern affecting other young players in the league. We have notified the NFL and provided the information to the FBI. Those involved in this scheme will face prosecution.”
Seahawks’ Response and Murphy’s Future
As of now, the Seattle Seahawks have yet to release an official statement regarding the situation. With Murphy’s legal team addressing the allegations and involving federal authorities, he will now focus on clearing his name and preparing for his inaugural NFL season.
Murphy’s personal life has also added a layer of complexity to the situation. The player recently got engaged to his fiancée, Maya, a development publicly shared by the Seahawks on their social media accounts.
The unfolding situation presents a challenging start to Murphy’s professional career, but with legal defenses in place, he aims to overcome this obstacle and concentrate on his performance on the field.