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Khoslas take over Seahawks in landmark NFL deal
26 Aug
Summary
- Vinod and Neeru Khosla acquired the Seattle Seahawks.
- The sale price was an NFL record at $9.612 billion.
- The Khosla family joins a select group of non-US born owners.
NFL owners unanimously approved the sale of the Seattle Seahawks to Vinod and Neeru Khosla on Wednesday. The deal, valued at an NFL-record $9.612 billion, was finalized after the Paul G. Allen estate reached an agreement with the Khoslas on July 11. This acquisition marks a significant moment, with the Khoslas becoming the latest non-US born principal owners in the league.
Vinod Khosla, a prominent Silicon Valley innovator and investor, and his wife Neeru, an entrepreneur with a background in science, are set to lead the franchise. Neeru Khosla will be the controlling owner, and their son Neal is anticipated to hold a major role. Despite the ownership change, major organizational shifts are not expected immediately, as the new owners are adopting a phased approach to integration.
The Seahawks' football operations are poised for stability, with General Manager John Schneider under contract through 2031 and Head Coach Mike Macdonald having signed a six-year deal in 2024. This ensures continuity as the Khosla family assumes ownership.
