Seahawks Up for Sale as Mandated by Late Owner's Will

Potential sale price, impact on team, and other key details discussed on sports podcast

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks have officially been put up for sale, as mandated by the will of the team's late former owner Paul Allen. The potential sale, sale price, and impact on the team's on-field performance are discussed on the latest episode of the "On the Sidelines" sports podcast. The show also previews the upcoming seasons for the Seattle Sounders and Mariners.

Why it matters

The Seahawks sale will be a major event for the Seattle sports landscape, as the team has been a fixture in the city for decades under Allen's ownership. How the new ownership group approaches the team could have significant implications for the franchise's future direction and success.

The details

On the podcast, the hosts break down what a potential Seahawks sale could look like, including speculating on the team's sale price. They also discuss the hiring of Brian Fleury as the new offensive coordinator and hand out end-of-season awards for the Seahawks. The show then transitions to previewing the upcoming seasons for the Seattle Sounders and Mariners, with guests providing insights on key offseason moves and expectations for the 2026 campaigns.

  • The Seahawks have officially been put up for sale as mandated by the will of former owner Paul Allen.

The players

Paul Allen

The late former owner of the Seattle Seahawks, who mandated in his will that the team be put up for sale.

Brian Fleury

The new offensive coordinator hired by the Seahawks.

Niko Moreno

A guest on the podcast who previews the upcoming Seattle Sounders season.

Brendan Donovan

A player acquired by the Seattle Mariners in the offseason, who the podcast host is excited about.

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What’s next

The judge in the Seahawks sale case will decide on the timeline and process for the team's sale in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

The Seahawks' pending sale represents a significant transition for one of Seattle's most iconic sports franchises, with the new ownership group's approach likely to shape the team's future direction and success.