The National Football League franchise remains one of the richest sports leagues in the world. It has shown to be of a high valuation even as new owners continue to spend heavily before owning a franchise.
According to figures, the National Football League teams have an average value of over $5 billion. That said, the league has some of the richest team owners globally.
NFL owners ranked by wealth 2025 - team owners net worth
1. Rob Walton - $121.3 Billion (Denver Broncos)
Rob Walton is the current richest owner in the NFL franchise. He is the heir of the Walmart fortune. His wealth makes him one of the richest in the sports business in North America and only second to the Los Angeles Clippers NBA franchise owner, Steve Ballmer.
He led an ownership group in 2022 to purchase the Denver Broncos for $4.65 billion from previous owners Pat Bowlen estate. The deal became the most expensive sale of a sports franchise in history.
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The Denver Broncos are currently valued at $5.5 billion, according to figures from Forbes as of August 2024.
2. Hunt Family - $24.8 Billion (Kansas City Chiefs)
Clark Hunt is the co-owner of the Kansas City Chiefs. According to figures from Forbes, the team is valued at $4.85 billion.
3. David Tepper - $23.7 Billion (Carolina Panthers)
The Carolina Panthers owner, David Tepper, occupies the second position when it comes to ranking the NFL owners by wealth.
David Tepper became the owner of the NFL franchise in 2018 when he purchased the team for $2.2 billion from previous owner Jerry Richardson.
According to figures from Forbes, the Carolina Panthers team is valued at $4.5 billion. He has made significant investments in the sports franchise businesses across the United States.
David Tepper reportedly owns around a 5% stake in the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to Wikipedia and the Steelers official website. He is also a shareholder in the MLS franchise Charlotte FC after the league handed an expansion franchise to him in 2019.
4. Stan Kroenke - $21.3 Billion (Los Angeles Rams)
Stan Kroenke is the next big name on the list of NFL franchise owners with the highest net worth.
Stan Kroenke is the owner of the LA Rams, a franchise he purchased fully in 2010 after initially having only 30% as of 1995.
The team was initially known as the St. Louis Rams before it eventually moved to Los Angeles and was renamed as the Los Angeles Rams. According to figures from Forbes, the team is worth $7.6 billion, which is one of the highest in the NFL franchise.
Apart from the LA Rams, Stan Kroenke also owns other franchise sports teams, including the Denver Nuggets of the NBA, the Los Angeles Avalanche of the NHL, and the Colorado Rapids in MLS.
5. Jody Allen and the Paul G. Allen Trust - $20.3 Billion Seattle Seahawks
Jody Allen is the next NFL franchise with a significant net worth. She took control of the ownership of the Seattle Seahawks following the passing of her brother Paul Allen.
Her brother purchased the Seattle Seahawks for $200 million from owner Ken Behring in 1997.
The Seattle Seahawks are currently one of the most valuable NFL teams, and by Forbes valuation, the team is worth $5.45 billion.
Apart from the ownership of the Seattle Seahawks, he also owned other franchise teams, including Seattle Sounders FC in the MLS and the NBA team the Portland Trail Blazers.
6. Jerry Jones - $19.9 billion (Dallas Cowboys)
The NFL owner with a massive net worth is Jerry Jones, who owns the Dallas Cowboys.
Jerry Jones purchased the NFL franchise Dallas Cowboys for $140 million in 1989 from previous owners H. R. "Bum" Bright.
His investments in the team paid off with the numerous successes he had recorded with the team. The Cowboys under his watch have won over three NFL Super Bowl titles.
According to figures from Forbes, the Dallas Cowboys are currently valued at $10.1 billion, which makes them one of the most valuable sports teams in the world.
7. Stephen Ross - $17 Billion (Miami Dolphins)
Stephen is a real estate developer, philanthropist, and sports team owner known for his position as the majority and principal owner of the Miami Dolphins and the Hard Rock stadium. He initially purchased 50% of the team, the Dolphin Stadium (now Hard rock) and surrounding land from then-owner Wayne Huizenga for $550 million in February 2008 and later increased his stake by purchasing an additional 45% of the team from Huizenga On January 20, 2009.8. Johnson Family - $16 Billion (New York Jets)
9. Shahid Khan - $14.3 Billion (Jacksonville Jaguars)
The next name on the list when it comes to NFL owners with significant wealth is Shahid Khan, the owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Shahid Khan purchased the Jacksonville Jaguars for $760 million in 2012 after making a fortune in the automobile industry. The Jacksonville Jaguars are currently valued at $4.6 billion by Forbes valuation as of August 2024.
10. Robert Kraft - $13.8 Billion (New England Patriots)
Another name on the list right now is Robert Kraft, who is the current owner of the New England Patriots.
Robert Kraft purchased the New England Patriots NFL franchise team for $175 million in 1994 from previous owner James Orthwein.
According to figures from Forbes, the New England Patriots are currently valued at $7.4 billion, making them one of the most valuable in the league.
Robert Kraft owns other sports franchise teams in the United States, including the New England Revolution in Major League Soccer.
11. Josh Harris - $11.7 Billion (Washington Commanders)
Another name on the richest NFL franchise owner is Josh Harris, who is the principal owner of the Washington Commanders.
Josh Harris led the group of investors to purchase the Washington Commanders for $6.05 billion in 2023.
According to figures from Forbes, the Washington Commanders are currently valued at $6.3 billion from the previous owner, Daniel Snyder, making them one of the teams with a considerable value in the franchise.
Josh Harris has other investments in sports ownership and owns major franchises, including the Philadelphia 76ers, in 2011, alongside a group of investors.
Other franchises include the New Jersey Devils, Crystal Palace, Delaware Blue Coats, Pittsburgh Steelers, etc.
12. Glazer Family - $10 Billion (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
The Glazer family owns and controls the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They bought the team for $192 million in 1995.
According to Forbes valuation, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are worth $5.4 billion, making it one of the most valuable in the franchise. The team has won two NFL Super Bowl titles. They also have Premier League club Manchester United as one of their teams.
13. Kim and Terry Pegula - $9.3 Billion (Buffalo Bills)
Terry Pegula is the next richest NFL owner on this list. He is the owner of the Buffalo Bills franchise. Terry Pegula purchased the Buffalo Bills for $1.4 billion in 2014 to become the owner and president of the franchise.
The team has been competitive in the league and made regular appearances in the NFL playoffs. According to figures from Forbes, the Buffalo Bills franchise is valued at $4.2 billion.
Terry Pegula is a major investor in the sports franchise business in the United States. Other teams in his portfolio include Buffalo Sabres, Rochester Americans, Buffalo Bandits, Rochester Knighthawks, etc.
14. Arthur Blank - $11.2 Billion (Atlanta Falcons)
The next name on the list of richest NFL owners is Arthur Blank, who is the owner of the Atlanta Falcons. He is the co-owner of The Home Depot.
Arthur Blank purchased the Atlanta Falcons NFL franchise in 2002 for $545 million from previous owner Taylor Smith.
According to figures from Forbes, the Atlanta Falcons NFL franchise is currently at $5.2B. He is also the owner of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which is the home venue for the Atlanta Falcons. His other franchise is the MLS side Atlanta United FC.
15. Jimmy and Dee Haslam - $8.7 Billion (Cleveland Browns)
Jimmy Haslam is the next NFL franchise owner with a considerable net worth.
Jimmy Haslam is the owner of the Cleveland Browns. He purchased the team initially as a minority shareholder in 2008 before becoming the principal owner following the takeover of the team for $1 billion in 2012.
According to figures from Forbes, the Cleveland Browns NFL franchise is currently valued at $5.15 billion. He owns other sports franchise teams in the United States, including the MLS team Columbus Crew and the Milwaukee Bucks of the NBA.
16. Steve Bisciotti - $8.5 Billion (Baltimore Ravens)
Steve Bisciotti is also one of the wealthiest NFL owners currently. He is the owner of the Baltimore Ravens.
Steve Bisciotti purchased the Baltimore Ravens for $325 million in 2004 from previous owner Art Modell. He joined the team initially as a shareholder with 49% in 2000.
According to figures from Forbes, the Baltimore Ravens are currently valued at $5 billion. Under his ownership, the Baltimore Ravens won Super Bowl XXXV in 2001 and Super Bowl XLVII in 2012.
17. Denise DeBartolo York and Jed York - $8.4 Billion (San Francisco 49ers)
The next name on the list of the richest NFL owners is Denise DeBartolo, who owns the San Francisco 49ers.
Denise DeBartolo is one of the female owners in the NFL franchise. She inherited the franchise from her father, Edward J. DeBartolo Sr., after his passing.
According to Forbes valuation, the San Francisco 49ers are worth $6.8 billion, making them one of the most valuable NFL franchise teams.
Along with the San Francisco 49ers, she also owns Leeds United FC through the 49ers Enterprises.
18. Gayle Benson - $7.9 Billion (New Orleans Saints)
Gayle Benson is one of the women that owns an NFL team. She is the current owner of the New Orleans Saints.
Gayle Benson took over the ownership of the team following the passing of her husband. According to figures from Forbes, the New Orleans Saints are valued at $4.4 billion. She is also the owner of the NBA franchise New Orleans Pelicans.
19. Jeffrey Lurie - $7.6 Billion (Philadelphia Eagles)
20. Janice McNair & family - $7.3 billion (Houston Texans)
The next richest NFL owner on this list is Cal McNair; he is the principal owner of the Houston Texans.
Cal McNair took the Houston Texans from his father, Bob McNair. According to figures from Forbes, the team is valued at $6.1B, which makes it one of the most valuable in the franchise.
The Houston Texans are one of the most consistent teams in the NFL playoffs.
21. Jim Irsay - $4.8 Billion (Indianapolis Colts)
Jim Irsay was the owner of Indianapolis Colts. Following his passing, the team ownership was transferred to his daughters. He became the youngest team owner of an NFL team at 24 years old when he was made principal owner in 1997 following the passing of his father.
According to figures from Forbes, the Indianapolis Colts franchise is valued at $4.8 billion.
22. Mark Davis - $2.5 Billion (Las Vegas Raiders)
Mark Davis is the next NFL franchise team owner on the list. He is the current owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Mark is the controlling owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. He inherited the estate alongside his mother following the passing of his father.
According to Forbes valuation, the Las Vegas Raiders are worth $6.7 billion, making them one of the most valuable NFL teams currently. Mark also owns the WNBA franchise team Las Vegas Aces.
23. Dean Alexander Spanos - $2.4 billion (Los Angeles Chargers)
Dean Spanos is the majority owner of the Los Angeles Chargers. He purchased a majority interest in 1984.
According to figures from Forbes, the Los Angeles Chargers are currently valued at $5.1 billion, making it one of the most valuable franchises in the league.
24. John Mara Steve Tisch - $2. Billion, Combined (New York Giants)
Steve Tisch is the next name on the list of richest owners in the NFL franchise. He is the current owner of the New York Giants.
Steven Tisch is the co-owner of the New York Giants. His father Bob purchased a 50% stake for $75 million in 1991, and the stake was transferred to his son after his passing.
Figures from Forbes show that the New York Giants are one of the most valuable teams at $7.3 billion. The team has won the NFL Super Bowl titles.
25. Sheil Ford Hamp - $2 Billion (Detroit Lions)
The next NFL owner on this list is Sheila Ford Hamp, who is the owner of the Detroit Lions. According to figures from Forbes, the Detroit Lions are valued at $4.15 Billion.
26. Amy Adams Strunk - $2 Billion (Tennessee Titans)
Amy Adams Strunk is one of the female owners in the NFL. She owns the Tennessee Titans.
Amy Adams Strunk is the principal owner and has over a 50% stake in the team. She inherited the team from her father, with the remaining shares going to her siblings and his wife.
According to figures from Forbes, the Tennessee Titans are valued at $4.9 billion.
27. Michael Bidwill - $1.4 Billion (Arizona Cardinals)
Michael Bidwill is the next NFL owner on the list. He is also one of the richest in the franchise.
Michael Bidwill is the current principal owner of the Arizona Cardinals. He inherited his father's shares in the team.
According to figures from Forbes, the team is worth $4.3 billion.
28. Zygi Wilf - $1.3 Billion (Minnesota Vikings)
Zygi Wilf is the next big name on the NFL owners list. He is the principal owner of the Minnesota Vikings.
Zygi Wilf purchased the Minnesota Vikings for $600 million in 2005 from previous owner Red McCombs.
According to figures from Forbes, the Minnesota Vikings are currently valued at $5.05B, making it one of the most valuable franchises in the NFL. Under his ownership, the Vikings have been consistent in the NFL playoffs and have made more appearances
29. Virginia Halas McCaskey - $1.3 Billion (Chicago Bears)
The next NFL franchise owner on the list of richest is Virginia Halas McCaskey, who is the owner of the Chicago Bears.
Virginia Halas McCaskey is the principal owner of the Bears, as she inherited the franchise from her father, George Halas, following his passing.
According to figures from Forbes, the Chicago Bears are worth $6.4 billion, making them one of the most valuable franchises in the NFL. Under her ownership, the Chicago Bears won the NFL Super Bowl XX in 1985.
30. Art Rooney II - $1.2 Billion (Pittsburgh Steelers)
The next richest NFL owner is Art Rooney II, who is the current owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Art Rooney II has been the majority shareholder of the Pittsburgh Steelers NFL franchise since 2017.
According to Forbes valuation, the Pittsburgh Steelers are worth $5.3 billion, which makes it one of the most valuable NFL franchise teams currently. Under his leadership of the team, they won over two NFL Super Bowl titles
31. Mike Brown - $925 Million (Cincinnati Bengals)
Mike Brown and family are the owners of the Cincinnati Bengals. The team was founded by his father, Paul Brown, in 1967. According to figures from Forbes, the Cincinnati Bengals are valued at $4.1 billion.
32. Public Stockholders - N/A (Green Bay Packers)
The next team on the list is the Green Bay Packers. It is the only publicly owned franchise team in the NFL.
The Green Bay Packers historically are one of the most consistent and competitive teams in the league. According to Forbes, the team is valued at $5.6 billion.