The Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks are officially up for sale, the organization announced Wednesday, confirming long-standing expectations that the franchise would eventually change hands.

The move follows the team’s 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX just over a week ago.

According to a statement released by the Paul G. Allen Estate, the sale aligns with the late owner’s directive to eventually divest his sports holdings and allocate all proceeds to philanthropic causes. Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, purchased the franchise in 1997 and was widely credited with stabilizing and elevating the organization.

The Estate has retained investment bank Allen & Company and law firm Latham & Watkins to oversee the transaction. The formal sale process is expected to continue through the 2026 offseason. Any final agreement will require approval from NFL ownership.

The announcement confirms speculation that intensified during the team’s championship run, as observers anticipated the Estate would move forward with a sale once the franchise secured another title.

The Seahawks are now positioned as one of the most valuable assets in professional sports, coming off a championship season and operating in one of the NFL’s strongest markets. The identity of potential buyers and the projected sale price have not yet been disclosed.