New Seahawks ownership prioritizes contract extension for Devon Witherspoon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:09 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The Estate of Paul G. Allen confirmed on July 11 that the Seattle Seahawks have been sold to the Khosla family, led by Vinod Khosla. The $9.612 billion deal marks a record for NFL franchise sales. As new ownership steps in, securing a contract extension for cornerback Devon Witherspoon is seen as a critical first move following an offseason that impacted the team's defense. Witherspoon, coming off a rookie season where he recorded impressive defensive stats, is regarded as key to the Seahawks’ future success.
- •Paul G. Allen's estate sold the Seahawks to the Khosla family on July 11.
- •The franchise sale is valued at a record $9.612 billion.
- •Vinod Khosla aims to build on Paul Allen's legacy.
- •Securing Devon Witherspoon's contract extension is a priority for the new ownership.
- •Witherspoon's performance last season positions him as a pivotal player for the defense.
- 3:09 AMYahoo Sports — Seahawks’ New Ownership Gets Blunt Devon Witherspoon Take
"The Estate of Paul G. Allen announced on July 11 that it has agreed to sell the Seattle Seahawks to the Khosla family. Vinod Khosla, a limited partner with the San Francisco 49ers, is leading the ownership group.Moreover, the transaction will set a new benchmark for NFL franchise sales. ESPN’s Seth Wickersham and Adam Schefter […] The post Seahawks’ New Ownership Gets Blunt Devon Witherspoon Take appeared first on HEAVY.
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