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Private equity firm Arctos is buying a 10% stake in the Atlanta Falcons, valuing the entire franchise at $10.6 billion — a record-breaking move that signals a major shift in NFL ownership. While details on whether Arctos is purchasing directly from current owner Arthur Blank or other investors remain unclear, this deal could set the stage for the first-ever sale of a controlling interest for over $10 billion. With the Seahawks potentially closing at $9.6 billion, the NFL’s once-tight stance on outside investment is now evolving — allowing approved firms to own up to 10% of teams and even hold stakes across multiple franchises. The league is clearly embracing this new era of private equity influence, reshaping how football franchises are valued and owned.

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