Who Is The Richest NFL Owner in 2021?

The richest NFL owner in 2021 is still Jerry Jones, but his net worth has taken a hit in recent years.

Jerry Jones – $8.6 Billion

With an estimated net worth of $8.6 billion, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is the richest NFL owner in 2021. Jones has been the Cowboys’ owner since 1989, and under his leadership, the team has won three Super Bowls (1992, 1993, and 1995).

Jones’ fortune comes primarily from his ownership stake in the Cowboys, which is valued at $5 billion. He also has a number of other business ventures, including a stake in sports and entertainment venue management company Legends Hospitality and a minority stake in the e-commerce platform Fanatics. In addition to his business interests, Jones also owns a number of properties, including a sprawling ranch in Texas.

While Jones is the richest NFL owner, he is not the only one with a nine-figure net worth. A number of other owners are worth billions of dollars, including New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft (estimated net worth of $6.9 billion), Seattle Seahawks owner Paul Allen (estimated net worth of $20.3 billion), and Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke (estimated net worth of $8.3 billion).

Stan Kroenke – $8.3 Billion

In 2021, the richest NFL owner is Stan Kroenke, who has an estimated net worth of $8.3 billion. Kroenke owns several professional sports teams, including the Los Angeles Rams and Arsenal F.C. He also owns real estate and media businesses.

Shahid Khan – $7.8 Billion

Shahid Khan is the richest NFL owner in 2021, with a net worth of $7.8 billion. He is the owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars, as well as several other businesses. He is originally from Pakistan, and immigrated to the United States in 1967 to attend college. After graduating, he started his own business, which eventually became successful enough that he was able to purchase the Jaguars in 2012.

Stephen Ross – $7.2 Billion

Born in New York in 1940, Stephen Ross is an American real estate developer and sports team owner. He is the chairman and principal owner of the Miami Dolphins, as well as the majority owner of Hard Rock Stadium. Ross also owns and operates a number of other businesses, including fitness chain Equinox and sports marketing agency RSE Ventures.

With a current estimated net worth of $7.2 billion, Ross is the richest NFL owner in 2021. He has held this title for several years, thanks in part to the massive success of his business ventures. Ross is also a generous philanthropist, donating millions of dollars to causes such as education and medical research.

Robert McNair – $4 Billion

Due to the immense popularity of the National Football League (NFL), it is no surprise that the owners of its teams are some of the richest people in the world. The average NFL team is now worth $2.86 billion, up 12% from last year. The Dallas Cowboys are once again the most valuable franchise in the league, worth an estimated $5 billion. But who is the richest NFL owner?

As of 2021, that title belongs to Robert McNair, owner of the Houston Texans. McNair’s net worth is estimated at $4 billion, largely thanks to his ownership stake in multiple businesses, including energy and real estate companies.

Despite being one of the youngest franchises in the NFL, the Texans have been quite successful since their inception in 2002. They have made the playoffs 11 times and reached the Super Bowl once, in 2017. Under McNair’s ownership, the Texans have become one of the most valuable franchises in sports, worth an estimated $3.5 billion as of 2021.

While he may not be as well-known as some other NFL owners, Robert McNair is without doubt one of the richest people in sports. With a net worth of $4 billion, he is currently the richest NFL owner in 2021.

Jeffrey Lurie – $3.3 Billion

Jeffrey Lurie is the current owner of the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles. He bought the team in 1994 for $185 million. Forbes estimates his net worth to be $3.3 billion as of March 2021, making him the richest NFL owner. He also owns a stake in the Boston Red Sox baseball team.

John Mara – $3 Billion

As of 2021, John Mara is the richest NFL owner with a net worth of $3 billion. Mara is the president, CEO, and co-owner of the New York Giants. He inherited the team from his father in 1991.

Mara’s wealth comes from several sources besides the Giants. He is a partner in venture capital firm Wellington Mara Partners and has investments in various businesses, including sports teams. Mara is also on the board of directors for several companies, including Madison Square Garden and Guggenheim Partners.

Arthur Blank – $2.9 Billion

As of 2021, Arthur Blank is the richest NFL owner with a net worth of $2.9 billion. Blank co-founded Home Depot and is the current owner of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons.

Second on the list is Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, with a net worth of $8.6 billion. Jones bought the Cowboys in 1989 for $140 million. Today, the Cowboys are worth an estimated $5 billion.

Third on the list is Stephen Ross, owner of the Miami Dolphins, with a net worth of $12 billion. Ross is the chairman and majority owner of The Related Companies, a real estate development firm. He also owns Equinox Fitness and SoulCycle.

Rounding out the top five are Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, with a net worth of $6.6 billion, and Jeffrey Lurie, owner of the Philadelphia Eagles, with a net worth of $3 billion.

Woody Johnson – $2.6 Billion

Woody Johnson is the richest NFL owner in 2021 with a net worth of $2.6 billion. He is the owner of the New York Jets, which he bought in 2000 for $635 million. He is also the great-grandson of Robert Wood Johnson I, the founder of Johnson & Johnson.

James Irsay – $2.5 Billion

James Irsay is the current owner of the Indianapolis Colts, which he inherited from his late father Robert in 1997. Prior to that, he served as the team’s general manager and vice president. Irsay has an estimated net worth of $2.5 billion as of 2021, making him the richest NFL owner.

Irsay was born in Tuscon, Arizona, and grew up in Hamilton County, Indiana. He attended Hamilton Southeastern High School and then went on to study at Southern Methodist University. After graduation, he began working for his father’s company, Midwest Communications. In 1984, he joined the Colts as general manager and vice president.

Irsay became the team’s owner in 1997 after his father passed away. Under his ownership, the Colts have won two Super Bowls (XLI and LII). He has also been active in philanthropy, donating millions of dollars to various causes over the years.