Seattle Seahawks Begin Sale Process After Super Bowl Win

The NFL team owned by the estate of Paul Allen is up for sale after their recent championship victory.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks have officially announced the start of a sale process for the NFL franchise, which was owned by the estate of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. The team's recent Super Bowl 60 victory has increased the franchise's value, which could make this one of the biggest sales in NFL history.

Why it matters

The sale of the Seahawks represents a major transition for the franchise, which has been under the ownership of the Allen estate since the Microsoft co-founder's death in 2018. The potential sale price could set a new record for an NFL team, reflecting the Seahawks' recent on-field success and the overall growth in the value of professional sports franchises.

The details

The sale process is being led by investment bank Allen & Company and law firm Latham & Watkins. Prior to the Seahawks' Super Bowl win, the franchise was valued at around $7 billion, which would make it one of the biggest sales in NFL history if that valuation holds. The sale will need to be ratified by NFL owners before it can be finalized.

  • The Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60 earlier this month.
  • Paul Allen, the previous owner of the Seahawks, passed away in 2018.
  • The sale process is expected to continue through the 2026 off-season.

The players

Seattle Seahawks

An NFL franchise based in Seattle, Washington that recently won Super Bowl 60.

Paul Allen

The co-founder of Microsoft who owned the Seahawks from 1997 until his death in 2018.

Jody Allen

The sister of Paul Allen and the executor of his estate, who took over leadership of the Seahawks after his death.

Allen & Company

The investment bank leading the sale process for the Seahawks.

Latham & Watkins

The law firm assisting with the Seahawks' sale process.

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What they’re saying

“The Estate of Paul G. Allen today announced it has commenced a formal sale process for the Seattle Seahawks NFL franchise, consistent with Allen's directive to eventually sell his sports holdings and direct all Estate proceeds to philanthropy.”

— Seahawks (Social media)

What’s next

The sale will need to be ratified by NFL owners before it can be finalized.

The takeaway

The potential sale of the Seattle Seahawks could set a new record for an NFL franchise, reflecting the team's recent success and the overall growth in the value of professional sports teams. The sale also represents a significant transition for the franchise, as it moves from the ownership of the Allen estate to a new owner who will need to be approved by the league.