Arctos purchases 10 percent of Falcons at $10.6 billion valuation

Arctos has agreed to buy a 10 percent stake in the Atlanta Falcons, valuing the franchise at $10.6 billion. The deal comes as private equity firms become increasingly involved in the NFL. Currently, Arthur Blank owns 73 percent of the team, but it remains unclear if Arctos is acquiring its shares from him or other partners. The NFL has recently opened its doors to private equity investments, allowing firms to purchase limited shares. This transaction follows other teams securing substantial valuations, although no franchise has sold a controlling stake for over $10 billion.

• 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Arctos will buy 10 percent of Falcons at $10.6 billion valuation