American football team in the NFL, AFC North
NFL owners approve the Seattle Seahawks sale to a Vinod Khosla-led group for $9.612 billion, a record franchise deal. The estate of Paul Allan arranged terms in July following the late owner’s wishes. The move cements Khosla’s long-term plans: keep winning, pursue another Super Bowl, and learn from management as the new stewardship begins.
Josh Jacobs has been placed on the NFL commissioner’s exempt list as investigations into his May incident continue. The Packers are keeping him on payroll and hope for a return; meanwhile, Seattle signs Terrion Arnold but places him on exempt as eight felony charges loom. The league will decide on playing status as details emerge.
The Los Angeles Rams have added two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald returns from retirement, forming a fearsome pass-rush duo alongside Matthew Stafford as they pursue a second Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium.
Antonio Brown has reached a plea deal on aggravated assault in Miami. He will receive probation with adjudication withheld, avoiding a prison sentence if approved. The deal stems from an incident after a celebrity boxing match in May 2025, where he allegedly grabbed a handgun from security and fired at a rival. The hearing has been postponed to Oct. 28.