Beast Mode is back in action, but this time, off the field! Marshawn Lynch, who was traded to the Seattle Seahawks in 2010, became a legend during his run. He racked up four straight Pro Bowl selections, earned a first-team All-Pro nod, and helped lead the Hawks to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances in 2013 and 2014—winning it all in Super Bowl XLVIII. After multiple retirements, comebacks, and officially hanging up his cleats in 2020, Lynch hasn’t slowed down one bit. Now, he’s making waves again—this time stepping up for the city off the field, alongside another big name, proving that Beast Mode never really turns off.

Marshawn Lynch and NFL veteran Marcus Peters are now financially backing the Seattle Seawolves rugby team. Yes, you heard that right. On Thursday, the team’s official X (formerly Twitter) account announced: “We are excited to proudly announce the addition of two influential sports figures, @moneylynch aka ‘Beast Mode’ and @marcuspeters, as new investors in the organization.” But this partnership isn’t just about rugby—it’s about uniting the Pacific Northwest through sport.

Lynch and Peters aren’t just investing in a team; they’re investing in a community. It’s a fresh start filled with purpose and passion—and honestly, it feels like something even bigger is on the horizon.

Talking about it, Lynch shared in an interview, “Rugby is about culture, community, and respect—and when this opp presented itself, I was with it, cause you already know that’s what imma about. This move isn’t just business. It’s about building something with substance and purpose. The Seawolves are creating something dope in the PNW, and I’m here for it.” Marshawn Lynch is stepping into the Seawolves’ world with nothing but heart and hustle.

But let’s be real – he’s no stranger to this game. The NFL legend already owns pieces of teams like the Seattle Kraken, Oakland Roots, PFL, Fan Controlled Football’s Beasts, and the Bay Area Panthers. Pretty amazing, right?

Now, some of you might wonder why team up with Marcus Peters to commit to Seattle? Here’s the thing: even though they’re not blood relatives, Lynch and Peters call each other “cousins.” Their bond runs deep, built on loyalty and brotherhood back home in Oakland. In fact, Lynch mentored Peters back when he was just a college kid playing in Washington, even opening up his home to him. Today, that same loyalty and drive are pushing them into a whole new chapter together.

The two are truly changing the game, and as Peters said, “This is bigger than just a sport.” It’s about creating real opportunities. “We don’t just talk about it, we let our actions speak for us, and this is about setting an example and putting energy into something that uplifts and brings people together. Rugby’s about heart and connection, and I’m hella proud to join a team that lives by that every day on and off the field.” Peters will even be at the Seawolves’ home match on April 18 to celebrate this huge moment.

No doubt, it’s a proud time for Seattle with two hometown heroes stepping up to build something that’s all heart, right after Lynch’s big Humanitarian Award win!

Marshawn Lynch is a true inspiration!

We all remember that wild 67-yard ‘Beast Quake‘ run Lynch pulled off back in the 2010 playoffs. But this year, Seahawks’ star had a moment that speaks louder than any touchdown. At the 90th Sports Star of the Year Awards, Lynch was honored with the Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award – the same night the Seattle Seawolves were up for Sports Story of the Year.

This wasn’t about breaking tackles or scoring points. It was about the real impact he’s making. Not just in Seattle, but back home in Oakland and even across the world in Haiti. And he’s not doing it alone. Marcus Peters, the Oakland native and NFL star, is right there with him. Off the field, Peters has been a force mentoring young athletes. He has also voiced his heart out, speaking up for mental health, and giving back to his hometown.

His work with the “Marcus Alert” program shows just how serious he is. It’s the same kind of heart Major League Rugby stands for. And together, Lynch and Peters are also running strong with the Fam 1st Family Foundation. They fight to lift the next generation in the East Bay.