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Legal challenge to Browns stadium funding is succeeding locally, but failing federally A Franklin County court has blocked the transfer of $600 million in unclaimed funds for a new Browns stadium, but attempts to win a federal injunction have fallen flat.

While a Franklin County court has temporarily blocked the state from using $1 billion in unclaimed funds for a new Cleveland Browns stadium and other projects, critics of the move are struggling to win a similar ruling in federal court.

With Joel Bitonio weighing retirement, the Browns’ newest guard, Zion Johnson, says he’s ready for the opportunity.

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What a court’s hold on the use of Ohio unclaimed funds means for the Browns Brook Park stadium project: Analysis A court case proceeds in Columbus, Browns push forward with stadium work

A Franklin County magistrate’s hold on the use of state unclaimed funds for Ohio sports facilities while a civil lawsuit plays out likely won’t interrupt work toward completion of the Browns’ new stadium in Brook Park.

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Bojorquez posted a photo of himself, kicker Andre Szmyt and long snapper Rex Sunahara on his Instagram account with the caption “The boys are running it back.” 2026 will mark his fifth season with the Browns.

Browns place tender on one restricted free agent, not on three others The Browns placed a tender on one of their starting safeties, meaning they have the right of first refusal if he signs with another team.

Howard is one of four offensive lineman the Browns have acquired or retained this cycle.

Browns GM Andrew Berry aces the assignment to overhaul the o-line as they officially announce their 1st wave of free agent pickups Browns GM Andrew Berry overhauled the offensive line and added a linebacker and tight end in the first wave of free agency.

Cleveland is getting serious about the trenches, acording to Mary Kay Cabot.

Browns announce their trade for RT Tytus Howard The Browns have announced their acquisitions, including the trade for right tackle Tytus Howard.

The Browns officially introduce new RT Tytus Howard after trading a 5th-round pick to the Houston Texans.

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Joel Bitonio’s contract expires today as the new league year begins, but he doesn’t have to decide on retirement just yet, a league source confirmed. The Browns are giving Bitonio all the time he needs to make his decision.

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Browns release 2026 ticket pricing and first details about new stadium PSLs Those old PSLs from the existing stadium will be worth something after all

Good news: Diehard Browns fans who bought PSLs for the existing stadium and hung onto their tickets over the years will receive a break on PSL pricing at the new stadium.

Browns signing Elgton Jenkins, former Packers center and Pro Bowl guard to a 2-year deal worth $24 million The Browns are signing former Packers Pro Bowl center Elgton Jenkins to a two-year deal worth $24 million.

On Tuesday evening, Andrew Berry was putting the finishing touches on finalizing a two-year deal worth $24 million for former Packers center Elgton Jenkins, 30, who made the Pro Bowl as a guard in 2020 and 2022.

Browns have re-signed guard Teven Jenkins Browns GM Andrew Berry has wrapped up another offensive lineman.

Does this help you feel any more optimistic about the O-line?

Browns are getting younger, but this time they’re doing it the right way: Terry Pluto The Browns aren't spending wisely, but they're targeting players who can help them win in 2026.

Pluto: "We’ll see how the moves work out. Berry needs another excellent draft if the Browns are to become more watchable in 2026. But these moves are heading the team in that direction."

Browns adding two linemen is good; more will be even better – Terry Pluto When it comes to the Browns, even adding average veteran OL men is an improvement.

Terry Pluto: "The Browns still need more linemen. Having 10 picks in the upcoming draft can fill some of the openings. They are off to a good start in terms of rebuilding the offensive line."

Browns sign All-Pro LB Quincy Williams to a 2-year deal worth up to $17 million, easing the loss of Devin Bush Browns GM Andrew Berry added an All-Pro LB in Quincy Williams, who played for Mike Rutenberg in New York with the Jets.

The Browns on Monday agreed to terms on a two-year deal with All-Pro linebacker Quincy Williams worth up to $17 million, a league source confirmed for cleveland.com.

Tapping unclaimed funds for sports venues, including Browns stadium, blocked with lawsuit pending A Franklin County Court of Common Pleas magistrate put on hold the state’s plan to transfer billions of dollars in unclaimed funds for sports arenas, including the Browns’ new stadium.

A Franklin County Court of Common Pleas magistrate put on hold the state’s plan to transfer billions of dollars in unclaimed funds for sports arenas, including the Browns’ new stadium.

Browns sign Chargers former 1st round guard Zion Johnson to a 3-year deal worth $49.5 million The Browns have agreed to sign Chargers free agent guard Zion Johnson.

Two down, maybe three to go. The Browns plugged another enormous hole on their offensive line, agreeing on a deal with former Chargers 2022 first-round guard Zion Johnson.

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The Browns hoped to re-sign free agent linebacker Devin Bush, but he signed with the Bears instead. Coming off a career season, Bush agreed to a three-year deal with the Bears worth $30 million, including $21 million guaranteed.

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Ex-Packers QB Malik Willis, whom the Browns liked, is signing with the Dolphins The Dolphins are signing Malik Willis for $22.5 million a year.

The deal is for $67.5 million over three years, including $45 million guaranteed. The $22.5 million a year average is less than what some thought he’d get on the open market.

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Of Evans’ suitors, the Browns make more sense than some, in part because the future Hall of Famer flourished with new Browns head coach Todd Monken as his offensive coordinator in Tampa.

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For what could be the last time, the Browns are restructuring Deshaun Watson’s enormous contract Friday to clear cap space ahead of free agency and the trade market next week.

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Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett received a lesser speeding citation than he was initially clocked at during a traffic stop in Ohio last month, according to police bodycam footage.

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Browns hosting Alabama QB Ty Simpson and OSU WR Carnell Tate for top 30 NFL draft visits today The Browns are hosting Ty Simpson and Carnell Tate for top 30 draft visits on Thursday, March 5.

The Browns are kicking off their Top 30 NFL Draft visits Thursday with some of the biggest offensive names in the class, including Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson and Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate.

Browns new DC Mike Rutenberg’s explosive debut has Cleveland ready to run through a wall New defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg brought a 'violent football' philosophy and electric energy to his Berea press conference, and the Orange and Brown Talk crew says the players are going to feel every bit of it.

The Browns have a new defensive coordinator. His name is Mike Rutenberg. And if his introductory press conference in Berea is any indication of what’s coming, the NFL had better pay attention.

Gateway approves subleasing Rocket Arena for WNBA, but no new funding attached Gateway approved a sublease allowing Cleveland's new WNBA team to play at Rocket Arena beginning in 2028, but the deal brings no new funding to help maintain the aging facility.

But the publicly owned landlord -- already facing $150M+ in projected repairs -- won’t see a dime in new revenue from the deal.

Myles Garrett ticketed again by police in Ohio Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett was reportedly going 94 miles per hour in a 70 mph zone.

Cleveland Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett was ticketed for speeding last month, making it at least the ninth time he has been cited for driving too fast in Ohio after being drafted by the Browns in 2017.

Fiery Browns DC Mike Rutenberg talks Myles Garrett’s superpowers, violent football, leading with his heart and more in his intro presser  New Browns defensive coordinator Mike Rutenberg addressed the media for the first time on Wednesday at team headquarters.

Mike Rutenberg’s message as Browns DC:
Build relationships. Lead with your heart. Play violent, attacking football.

Mike Rutenberg’s vision for the Browns’ 2026 defense? Hard. Fast. Violent.

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New Browns DC Mike Rutenberg knows replacing Jim Schwartz isn’t just about schemes — it’s about earning players’ trust.

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New Browns OC Travis Switzer believes the future at QB is already in the building.

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Old-school toughness, new-school thinking: Why the Browns’ new coaching staff might be exactly what Cleveland has been missing Dom Capers' veteran wisdom, Travis Switzer's Ravens run-game expertise and Mike Rutenberg's high-octane energy could transform the Browns' identity in 2026.

If you pay close attention to who Todd Monken is bringing into the building, and specifically where some those coaches are coming from, a very clear picture starts to emerge. And it looks a whole lot like Baltimore.