The Seattle Seahawks are expected to be put up for sale following the conclusion of Super Bowl LX, according to multiple league and ownership sources familiar with the matter. The timing of the sale aligns with previously reported expectations and internal planning within the organization and the NFL.
The team has been under the ownership of the Paul G. Allen Trust since 2018, following the passing of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. Since then, the trust, led by Allen’s sister Jody Allen, has managed team operations under the direction of long-standing team executives. While there has been speculation in recent years about the long-term ownership plans, no formal process for a sale had been confirmed—until now.
According to sources, the decision to explore a sale comes as part of an estate plan that has gradually moved forward over the past few years. Though no specific sale price has been disclosed, the Seahawks are considered one of the more valuable franchises in the NFL, thanks to strong regional support, consistent national visibility, and a history of competitive success, including a Super Bowl XLVIII championship.
NFL franchises are rarely available for purchase, and the anticipated sale of the Seahawks is expected to draw interest from a wide array of investors. The team plays its home games at Lumen Field in Seattle and remains a central part of the Pacific Northwest’s sports identity.
The potential sale will be subject to approval by the NFL’s finance committee and a vote by the league’s 32 team owners. In order for any sale to be finalized, three-fourths of the ownership group must vote in favor.
Further details, including a timeline for the sale process, potential buyers, or valuation estimates, were not immediately available. The Seahawks organization has not issued an official statement regarding the sale. Super Bowl LX is scheduled to take place on February 8, 2026, after which more concrete information about the franchise’s future may be revealed.
