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Seahawks owner Vinod Khosla clarifies Steelers fandom after backlash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:19 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Seahawks owner Vinod Khosla clarifies Steelers fandom after backlash

Summary

Vinod Khosla, the new owner of the Seattle Seahawks, faced criticism after revealing his longtime admiration for the Pittsburgh Steelers during an introductory news conference. Khosla emphasized that while he supports the Seahawks, his fondness for the Steelers dates back to his time in Pittsburgh from 1976 to 1978. Following backlash, he defended his comments on social media, stating that his commitment to the Seahawks is unwavering. Khosla's remarks have triggered discussions among fans and media regarding the expectations for an NFL team owner’s allegiance.

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By the Numbers

•Vinod Khosla is the new owner of the Seattle Seahawks.
•He expressed fandom for the Pittsburgh Steelers during a press conference.
•Khosla defended his comments on social media after backlash.
•He stressed his commitment to the Seahawks' success remains top priority.
•The NFL approved the sale from Paul Allen’s estate to Khosla's group.

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The Seattle Seahawks are under new ownership, with the NFL recently approving the sale of the NFC West franchise from Paul Allen’s estate to a group led by Vinod Khosla. The group includes Khosla’s wife, Neeru, and son, Neal. However, Khosla appeared to rub at least some fans of his new team the wrong way […] The post Seahawks Owner Hits Back After Admitting He’s a Fan of Different Team appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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