The deal is part of a larger plan to divest 8% of the franchise by owner Robert Kraft, who along with his family has held 100% of the team since he bought it for $172 million in January 1994 🏈 The twin deals are subject to approval by NFL owners at their regular meeting Oct. 21-22, but it would be highly unlikely for owners to reject a deal that’s made it this far in league vetting. For more info click the link in the bio.