Former Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Charles Woodson is set to join the Cleveland Browns as a minority owner. Purchasing a 0.1% stake valued at $5 million, Woodson adds his name to the growing list of NFL legends entering team ownership. However, this move comes with notable conditions that he must adhere to.
His ownership deal includes restrictions similar to those faced by Tom Brady when he became a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. As a broadcaster for Fox Sports, Woodson will be subject to strict limitations, including being barred from other teams’ facilities and practices. These rules are designed to prevent potential conflicts of interest, especially given his dual role as an NFL analyst.
Another requirement involves Woodson’s personal business ventures. To comply with the NFL’s alcohol policy, he must remove his name, image, and likeness from his wine and whiskey brand. While this condition aligns with league regulations, it adds a layer of complexity to his entry into ownership.
Woodson’s Ohio roots make his involvement with the Browns particularly significant. Born less than 100 miles from Cleveland, his connection to the region adds a personal element to this historic partnership. This move also highlights the NFL’s increasing openness to former players transitioning into ownership roles.
Former NFL Star Charles Woodson To Buy Stake in Cleveland Browns, But There’s a Catch
Woodson is set to purchase a stake in the Browns, but it comes with a catch. This is detailed more in a tweet by Dianna Russini on her official X account.
Hall of Famer Charles Woodson is set to purchase a 0.1% stake in the Browns from the Haslam family.
The sale is contingent upon Woodson agreeing to similar broadcasting restrictions to Raiders owner Tom Brady and removing his name, image and likeness from businesses he is… pic.twitter.com/pNjwavk6ah
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) May 15, 2025
Though his stake in the Browns is relatively small, Woodson’s influence as an iconic player and respected broadcaster could enhance the team’s brand. The partnership reflects a broader trend of integrating legendary athletes into the business side of sports.
As Woodson embarks on this new chapter, the challenges and opportunities of balancing ownership, broadcasting, and personal ventures will test his adaptability. His journey promises to be a compelling story in the evolving landscape of NFL ownership.
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