The 1990s was a transformational decade for the Seahawks that concluded with a division title and the arrival of a new winning culture. While the team faced periods of instability, the era was highlighted by the emergence of legendary players like Hall of Famers Cortez Kennedy and Walter Jones, as well as record-breaking rusher Chris Warren. The decade ended on a high note in 1997 when Paul Allen purchased the team to keep them in Seattle, followed by the hiring of Mike Holmgren and a playoff appearance in 1999.