Seattle Seahawks sold to Khosla family group
PUBLISHED Jul 11, 2026, 10:58 PM ET
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SEATTLE — The Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement to be sold by the estate of late owner Paul Allen to an ownership group led by India-born billionaire Vinod Khosla for $9.612 billion, according to an announcement made Saturday. The price, reported by ESPN citing unnamed sources, sets a new record for an NFL franchise sale, surpassing the Washington Commanders’ $6.05 billion deal in 2023. An internal NFL memo indicates Neeru Khosla will become the team’s controlling owner, with son Neal Khosla in a major leadership role. Completion of the transaction still requires resolving the Khosla family’s existing 3.1% stake in the San Francisco 49ers, which league rules prohibit.
By James Porter | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- 1982 Vinod Khosla co-founds Sun Microsystems
- 2023 Washington Commanders sold for $6.05 billion
- 2025 Khosla family buys 49ers minority stake
- Saturday Seahawks announce agreement to sell franchise
- Saturday ESPN reports $9.612 billion sale valuation
- Saturday Internal memo names Neeru Khosla controlling owner
- Saturday Neal Khosla expected significant leadership position
- Next NFL must address prohibited cross-ownership rules
News Intelligence
- This record-breaking sale could shake up the NFL. It may affect player trades, ticket prices, and even merchandise. If you're a Seahawks fan, keep an eye on any changes. If you're a 49ers fan, watch how the Khosla family's stake gets resolved.
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