NFL Owners Approve $9.612 Billion Seahawks Sale to Vinod Khosla Group
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Updated · Seattle Sports · Aug 26
NFL Owners Approve $9.612 Billion Seahawks Sale to Vinod Khosla Group
3 articles · Updated · Seattle Sports · Aug 26
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$9.612 billion sale of the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks won unanimous NFL owner approval Wednesday, moving Vinod Khosla's group to the brink of taking control from Paul Allen's trust.
Khosla said he is in "learning mode" and wants to keep the franchise winning, calling the task ahead simple: sustain the streak and chase another Super Bowl.
Lumen Field emerged as an early focus after speculation about a future replacement; Khosla called the stadium "iconic" and part of the Seahawks' brand, while stopping short of a firm commitment.
The deal is not fully closed yet because Khosla's family must first relinquish its 3.1% stake in the San Francisco 49ers, a step required before ownership becomes official.
Khosla also stressed ties to Seattle's tech community and the fan base known as the 12s, signaling a long-term, community-facing approach as the NFL's priciest franchise sale resets the club's next era.