Uh oh, need to look at the wording for our SBL seats in the Linc now, wonder what happens to current SBL holders that want to keep them in a new venue?
Unfortunately, there's nothing that carries over. Our current SBLs are only for the Linc. No Linc = no seats. Not to say they won't do something like give current SBL holders the first chance to buy a completely new SBL, like they did for fans that had season tickets at the Vet.
But, if this does become official at some point that there will be a new stadium, current SBL values are going to tank since they will have a clear expiration date and supply will probably go up from people looking to get something for them before they are worthless that also know they aren't going to buy another SBL. Sort of like trading away an impending free agent at the trade deadline.
There could be some value, though, in some of the better sections for someone that might be willing to pay for an SBL now to get first shot at a similar seat in the new stadium. Of course, that's a gamble because you don't have any idea what a new SBL is going to cost in a desirable location. Quick example:
SBL cost in 2003 for 50 yard line, Eagles sideline, 5th row, each seat: $3,700 each for new season ticket members ($3,145 for existing STM in similar seats at the Vet)
Current re-sale value is ~$30,000 for that SBL. Let's say, after a new stadium is announced, that drops to $5,000. Could be a good investment to get in at the new stadium in a prime location.
But then the new stadium SBL pricing comes out and seats in that section are premium seats with exclusive lounges, free food and drinks, etc., and the price for an SBL is $75,000. You might get a better place in line for a different SBL if you decline the $75k one, but it still cost you $5k plus whatever the new SBL will be in a not-as-great location.
I think there will be many people in the lower level now that will balk at the SBL prices they will want for similar seats in the lower bowl. They will just want regular, no-frills seats to watch the game without all the extras that jack up the price of the SBL (and the per game cost of a ticket, which will also be shooting up, I'm sure.) It's going to be interesting to see how all of the plays out...if it even happens. I think it's 50/50 between a new stadium and a Linc makeover.