"It's an honor to join the Seattle Storm ownership group and support a franchise that has consistently set the standard in women's professional sports," Wagner said. "This is about more than basketball, it's about investing in a legacy of excellence, empowering women, and continuing to elevate the game for future generations."

The Storm announced Wednesday morning that former Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner has joined their ownership group. The 2014 Super Bowl champion, who has a Master’s in Business Administration from Howard University, is the first active NFL player to have equity in a WNBA team.

Wagner is joining the Storm’s ownership group, becoming the latest pro athlete to invest in the surging league.