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Khosla Says Seahawks Won’t Be Relocated

By Drooid · Oct 4, 2026, 11:27 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Vinod Khosla announced on X that the Seattle Seahawks will not be relocated, and no move has been discussed.
The Khosla family completed a $9.6 billion purchase of Paul Allen’s estate on Sept. 3, 2026.
The Seahawks’ lease at Lumen Field runs through the 2032 season, with options extending to 2062.
Head coach Mike Macdonald said building a relationship with the new owners will be enjoyable.

History

Historical Context

In 1995 Art Modell announced the Browns would move to Baltimore; a settlement forced the NFL to keep Cleveland’s name, colors and history while the city funded a $175 million stadium and the league paid $9.3 million in compensation. That precedent of binding leases and large owner investments mirrors Vinod Khosla’s $9.6 billion Seahawks purchase, which secures a lease through 2032 and deters another franchise move.

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Story summary

Vinod Khosla announced on X that the Seattle Seahawks will not be relocated, and no move has been discussed.
The Khosla family completed a $9.6 billion purchase of Paul Allen’s estate on Sept. 3, 2026.
The Seahawks’ lease at Lumen Field runs through the 2032 season, with options extending to 2062.
Head coach Mike Macdonald said building a relationship with the new owners will be enjoyable.

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