14 NFL Owners Who Are Richer Than Entire Countries
It’s hard to believe, but some NFL owners are sitting on stacks so high they could outmatch entire countries. We’re not talking about tiny differences, either. These are fortunes that make national budgets look like grocery receipts. If you think touchdowns are impressive, wait until you see the bank accounts behind these teams. The numbers are going to blow your mind.
Denise DeBartolo York: San Francisco 49ers, $6.7 Billion
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Denise DeBartolo York watched her father build the 49ers’ legacy, and now she holds the reins with a $6.7 billion fortune. Her family’s been tied to the team for decades, and the franchise still plays like they’ve got something to prove. It turns out billionaires like winning too.
Gayle Benson: New Orleans Saints, $7.1 Billion
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Even a quick peek at her portfolio makes it obvious Gayle Benson isn’t your typical NFL team owner. She’s one of the few female owners calling the shots and writing the checks. Backed by $7.1 billion, she inherited the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans and kept both franchises thriving.
Steve Bisciotti: Baltimore Ravens, $7.5 Billion
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Growing a staffing company into a multibillion-dollar enterprise gave Steve Bisciotti the financial muscle to grab hold of the Ravens. He doesn’t show up for headlines, but you’ll find his fingerprints all over Baltimore’s success story. That $7.5 billion gives him plenty of room to think long-term.
Terry Pegula: Buffalo Bills, $7.6 Billion
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Building a fortune in oil and gas before pivoting into sports ownership isn’t your average life plan, but it worked for Terry Pegula. He’s got $7.6 billion to his name, so it was easy for him to scoop up the Buffalo Bills and Sabres and give western New York something to believe in besides lake-effect snow.
Jimmy Haslam: Cleveland Browns, $8.5 Billion
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It takes a serious bankroll to shake things up in Cleveland, and Jimmy Haslam came prepared. His $8.5 billion fortune started with truck stops and expanded into football and basketball. Owning the Browns means he’s used to playing the long game—and he’s got the funds to keep doing it.
Arthur Blank: Atlanta Falcons, $9 Billion
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Building Home Depot into a retail giant gave Arthur Blank the $9 billion foundation to play in the NFL sandbox. He grabbed the Falcons in 2002 and later launched Atlanta United, too. He’s proof that warehouse-sized success in business can turn into major-league power on the field.
Robert Kraft: New England Patriots, $11.8 Billion
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It’s hard to separate Super Bowl rings from Robert Kraft’s wallet since both have multiplied over the years. He’s got $11.8 billion in wealth, and his Patriots success story started with a $172 million purchase that now looks like a steal. The guy turned football ownership into one long winning streak.
Shahid Khan: Jacksonville Jaguars, $13 Billion
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A luxury car parts fortune turned Shahid Khan into one of the most recognizable owners in the NFL, and not simply because of his mustache. He’s got enough money to fund his sports league if he felt like it. His $13 billion bankroll backs the Jaguars and Fulham FC in London.
Jerry Jones: Dallas Cowboys, $16.6 Billion
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Few owners treat their team like a personal brand quite like Jerry Jones, who turned the Dallas Cowboys into a global cash machine. With $17.3 billion at his disposal, he turned “America’s Team” into a business empire that rivals national economies. The man built a football-themed Fortune 500 company.
Stanley Kroenke: Los Angeles Rams, $18 Billion
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Owning the Rams is only a slice of Stanley Kroenke’s massive sports pie, which also includes teams in the NBA and Premier League. His $18 billion wealth lets him casually bankroll entire stadiums. This is the guy who moved the team to L.A. without flinching at the price tag.
Stephen Ross: Miami Dolphins, $18.4 Billion
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Stephen Ross has plenty of to pull off massive real estate projects like Hudson Yards. He’s backed by $18.4 billion and a portfolio that includes the Miami Dolphins and fitness brands. His investments span blocks and borders and sometimes entire national budgets.
Jody Allen: Seattle Seahawks, $20.3 Billion
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Running an NFL team might sound intense, but for someone managing a $20.3 billion empire, it fits right in. Jody Allen took over the Seahawks after her brother’s passing and kept the legacy rolling. She also oversees science foundations and art museums while out-valuing plenty of countries on the map.
David Tepper: Carolina Panthers, $21.3 Billion
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Hedge fund heavyweight David Tepper snapped up the Carolina Panthers like it was a stock with a huge upside. His $21.3 billion fortune beats out entire national economies. The Appaloosa Management founder, with bold trades and sky-high returns, brought that same high-roller energy into the NFL front office.
Hunt Family: Kansas City Chiefs, $24.8 Billion
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You’d think the Hunt family focuses on football, but their $24.8 billion fortune started in oil back in the 1930s. Lamar Hunt helped create the AFL and named the Super Bowl itself. The Kansas City Chiefs might be their crown jewel now, but their wealth runs deeper than the end zone.
Rob Walton: Denver Broncos, $116 Billion
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Rob Walton could buy the Denver Broncos ten times over and still have enough left to outmatch entire countries. He has a $116 billion tied to the Walmart empire, and holds the biggest bankroll in the NFL. Buying the team in 2022 was more pocket change than a power play for this retail dynasty heir.