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NBC Sports
a day ago
- Business
- NBC Sports
Ohio governor signs Browns stadium provisions into law
The Browns may not get their way very often on the field. They've gotten their way off the field. As it relates to getting a new field. Via Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a new budget into law late Monday night. The big, beautiful, Buckeye bill gives the Browns $600 million in state money for a new stadium — and it clears the path to move from Cleveland to Brook Park without violating the Art Modell Law. The $600 million comes from the state's unclaimed property fund. Ruiter notes that a class-action lawsuit was filed last week, arguing that unclaimed funds can't be used for public projects. The Modell Law, which as written limits the ability of the Browns to move 'elsewhere,' was changed to prohibit moves outside the state. Which will make things hilarious in about 10 years, when the Bengals try to move to Columbus. (I'm kidding, Cincinnati. But it definitely would be hilarious.) The Browns still need to come up with more money to get this done, since Cuyahoga County has no interest in participating. With the stadium expected to cost $2.4 billion (it's always more than the estimate), the Browns have managed to get 25 percent of the money from taxpayer funds. Most NFL stadium projects aimed for a 50-50 split. Regardless, it's full Cleveland steam ahead. The team bought 176 acres last week, for $76 million. Hopefully they'll get a better return on that than they have on the $230 million that will go to Deshaun Watson.
NBC Sports
5 days ago
- Business
- NBC Sports
Browns close on purchase of 176 acres for new stadium in Brook Park
Factory of Sadness 2 is moving closer and closer to reality. With the Ohio legislature amending the Art Modell Law in a way that allows the Browns to move from Cleveland, the Browns have acquired a 176-acre parcel in Brook Park. Via Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland, the Browns and Haslam Sports Group closed on the sale on Friday, at a price in excess of $76 million. Governor Mike DeWine is expected to sign the relevant provisions into law next week. The Browns hope to break ground in early 2026, with a goal of opening the new domed stadium in 2029. The Browns will be sacrificing the home-field advantage that comes from playing in the elements. They'll be the first team in the AFC North to move indoors. Once that happens, only the AFC East will consist of four open-air, in-the-elements stadiums.
NBC Sports
25-06-2025
- Business
- NBC Sports
Ohio legislature clears path for Browns to leave Cleveland, despite Art Modell Law
The Browns have found a way to beat Cleveland. With litigation pending over whether the Art Modell Law keeps the Browns from moving out of downtown Cleveland to suburban Brook Park, the Ohio legislature has revised the Modell law in a way that makes the legal issue moot. Via Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan, the change to the Modell Law was among nearly 600 amendments to the state budget. It allows Ohio pro sports teams who play in tax-supported facilities to move within Ohio when their leases expire. Basically, the change clarifies that the goal of the Modell Law was to keep pro sports teams from leaving the state. Which also opens the door, in theory, for Columbus to try to pilfer the Bengals or the Browns, in theory. The bill will be effective if/when Governor Mike DeWine signs it into law. Ruiter also reports that the Browns plan to close on the purchase of 176 acres in Brook Park this week. It will be the location of the new dome stadium that is scheduled to open in 2029. The state will be contributing $600 million to the project. With Cuyahoga County insisting it won't cooperate, the Browns will have to come up with the rest of the money through other sources.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Insider Expects Nick Chubb to Return to Browns for One Reason
Insider Expects Nick Chubb to Return to Browns for One Reason originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After seven seasons in Cleveland, former Browns running back Nick Chubb headed south in free agency to join the Houston Texans. Advertisement Chubb is a four-time Pro Bowler and a Second-Team All-Pro and has rushed for a franchise third-best 6,843 yards over his time in Cleveland. But the former second-round draft pick dealt with injuries over the past two seasons and played in a total of just 10 games. While Chubb was certainly a fan-favorite during his time with the Browns, it's hard to say he was much more. He holds the third-highest career rushing total in franchise history. And while it's not Pro Football Hall of Fame worthy, it might be Browns Ring of Honor worthy. At least insider Mary Kay Cabot with thinks so, and she thinks someday Chubb will return to the Browns for that purpose. Advertisement 'There's definitely a chance the Browns will work something out with Nick Chubb down the road even if he signs just to retire as a Brown," Cabot wrote. "I absolutely think this should and will happen. Based on Chubb's heartfelt thank you to Browns fans, I truly believe he'll be open to it and will want it as much as the Browns and their fans do. He deserves a chance to play, and now he has that in Houston. "But it can't end this way. He needs to retire as a Brown when he's ready, and then go into their Ring of Honor.' But Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan disagrees. 'I don't think he's going to get his jersey retired, nor should he," Ruiter said. "They are going to put him in the Ring of Honor. The Haslams made the announcement this week when they were thanking Nick Chubb. ... And I have to be honest with you: I wouldn't put him in the Ring of Honor. For me, the Ring of Honor is for Hall of Famers. For Browns players who are Hall of Famers. Again, as much as I love Nick Chubb." Advertisement Is Chubb a Hall of Famer? No. Is he worthy of the Browns' Ring of Honor? That depends on who you ask. Related: Browns Rookie Fights Through 'Puke and All' to Finish Mandatory Minicamp Strong Related: Analyst Offers Brutal Nick Chubb Take as Running Back Departs Browns This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Analyst Offers Brutal Nick Chubb Take as Running Back Departs Browns
Analyst Offers Brutal Nick Chubb Take as Running Back Departs Browns originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Cleveland Browns say goodbye to running back Nick Chubb this year after seven seasons of faithful service. Advertisement Chubb is a four-time Pro Bowler and a Second-Team All-Pro and has rushed for a franchise third-best 6,843 yards over his time in Cleveland. But the former second-round draft pick dealt with injuries over the past two seasons and played in a total of just 10 games. While Chubb was certainly a fan-favorite during his time with the Browns, it's hard to say he was much more. Yes, the third-best rushing total in franchise history is impressive, but is it Pro Football Hall of Fame-worthy? No. Is it Cleveland Browns Ring of Honor-worthy? Hmmm... Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan certainly doesn't think so, and he might be right. Advertisement 'I don't think he's going to get his jersey retired, nor should he," Ruiter said. "They are going to put him in the Ring of Honor. The Haslams made the announcement this week when they were thanking Nick Chubb. ... And I have to be honest with you: I wouldn't put him in the Ring of Honor. For me, the Ring of Honor is for Hall of Famers. For Browns players who are Hall of Famers. Again, as much as I love Nick Chubb." Jim Brown is the Browns' all-time leading rusher and a Hall of Famer, and he's in the ROH. Leroy Kelly is second on that list and is in the Browns ROH, but he also played 10 seasons in Cleveland. There's no question that Chubb deserves some recognition from the franchise, more than just a "thanks for being here" letter. But his name in the new Browns Stadium? Maybe not. Advertisement Related: Browns Pushed to Sign 11,000-Yard Receiver in Free Agency Related: Browns' Myles Garrett Reveals Honest Thoughts on 'Hungry' Mason Graham This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 15, 2025, where it first appeared.
