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Kraft Sells 8% Patriots Stake for $720 Million

9/26/2025

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Kraft Sells Stake

Robert Kraft is selling an 8% stake in the New England Patriots.
Dean Metropoulos will acquire 5% and Sixth Street Capital 3%, valuing the franchise at over $9 billion.
The Kraft family will retain over 90% ownership and operational control.
The NFL's 2024 policy allows up to 10% private equity stakes; Kraft expects about $720 million.

Summary

Kraft Sells Patriots Stake

Robert Kraft sells 8% Patriots stake; Dean Metropoulos takes 5% and Sixth Street Partners 3%, valuing the team at more than $9 billion.
Patriots' ownership changed since Kraft bought team in 1994 for $172 million.
The sale followed the NFL's policy allowing private equity up to 10%.
Kraft plans to reinvest $720 million into operations and Gillette Stadium improvements.

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Kraft Sells Stake

Robert Kraft is selling an 8% stake in the New England Patriots.
Dean Metropoulos will acquire 5% and Sixth Street Capital 3%, valuing the franchise at over $9 billion.
The Kraft family will retain over 90% ownership and operational control.
The NFL's 2024 policy allows up to 10% private equity stakes; Kraft expects about $720 million.

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