The Cleveland Browns, named after their original coach Paul Brown, are a professional American football team based in Cleveland, Ohio. They compete in the NFL as part of the AFC North division. The team's home games are held at Cleveland Browns Stadium, while their administrative and training facilities are located in Berea, Ohio. The Browns' official colors are brown, orange, and white, and they are uniquely recognized for not having a logo on their helmets.
1944: Cleveland Browns Franchise Founded
The Cleveland Browns franchise was founded in 1944 by Paul Brown and Arthur B. McBride.
1944: Cleveland Browns Founded in AAFC
Arthur B. "Mickey" McBride secured a Cleveland franchise in the newly formed All-America Football Conference (AAFC) in 1944, leading to the founding of the Cleveland Browns.
1946: Cleveland Browns Founded, Join All-America Football Conference
In 1946, the Cleveland Browns were founded and began play in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC).
1946: Browns Begin Play in AAFC
The Cleveland Browns began playing in the All-America Football Conference in 1946.
1946: Browns Begin Play in AAFC
The Cleveland Browns began playing in the All-America Football Conference in 1946.
1946: Browns Debut with Solid White Helmets
The Cleveland Browns started their inaugural season in 1946 wearing solid white helmets.
1949: Browns Join NFL After AAFC Folds
After the AAFC folded, the Cleveland Browns, along with the San Francisco 49ers and the original Baltimore Colts, joined the NFL in 1949.
1949: Browns' Success Leads to AAFC Dissolution
In 1949, the All-America Football Conference dissolved as the Cleveland Browns' success contributed to the league's instability. The Browns then joined the NFL.
1949: AAFC Dissolves, Browns Join NFL
The All-America Football Conference (AAFC) dissolved in 1949. The Cleveland Browns, along with two other teams, then joined the National Football League (NFL).
1949: End of Solid White Helmet Era
The Cleveland Browns' use of solid white helmets came to an end in 1949, marking the beginning of various helmet design changes in the following years.
1950: Browns and Steelers Begin Annual Matchups
The rivalry between the Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers commenced in 1950, marking the beginning of their annual matchups and establishing it as the oldest rivalry in the AFC and the fifth-oldest in the NFL.
1950: Browns Last Wore Non-Orange Helmets
The year 1950 marked the last time the Cleveland Browns wore helmets that were not orange.
1950: Browns Introduce Day/Night Helmet Variation
In 1950, the Cleveland Browns implemented a unique approach to their helmets, using solid white for day games and solid orange for night games.
1951: Browns Conclude Day/Night Helmet Variation
The Cleveland Browns' experiment with different colored helmets for day and night games concluded in 1951.
1952: Browns Transition to Orange Helmets with White Stripe
The Cleveland Browns adopted a new helmet design in 1952, featuring orange helmets with a single white stripe.
1953: Browns Sold for Record Price
In 1953, McBride and his partners sold the Cleveland Browns for a record-breaking $600,000 to a group of Cleveland businessmen.
1954: Browns Win NFL Championship
The Cleveland Browns won the NFL Championship in 1954.
1955: Browns Secure Another NFL Championship Victory
Adding to their growing list of accomplishments, the Cleveland Browns won the NFL Championship in 1955.
1955: Browns' Reign of Success in Early NFL Years
From 1950 to 1955, the Cleveland Browns consistently reached the NFL championship game, solidifying their reign of success in the league's early years.
1956: Browns' Orange and White Helmet Era Ends
After several seasons, the Cleveland Browns' use of orange helmets with a single white stripe ended in 1956.
1957: Browns Add Numbers to Orange and White Helmets
The Cleveland Browns introduced brown numerals on the sides of their orange and white striped helmets in 1957.
1957: Browns Introduce Player Numbers on Helmets
In 1957, the Cleveland Browns added player numbers to the sides of their helmets, a design choice that lasted until 1960.
1959: Browns' Numbered Helmet Design Comes to an End
The Cleveland Browns' use of orange and white striped helmets with numerals on the sides concluded in 1959.
1960: Browns Modify Helmet Design
After three seasons with player numbers on the helmets, the Cleveland Browns changed the design in 1960, implementing a brown-white-brown stripe sequence and keeping the numerals.
1960: Browns Implement Brown-White-Brown Helmet Stripe
In 1960, the Cleveland Browns introduced a brown-white-brown stripe sequence on their helmets, a design element that became a trademark of the team.
1961: Art Modell Purchases the Browns
Art Modell bought the Cleveland Browns in 1961.
1961: Browns Add "TV Numbers" to Sleeves
In 1961, the Cleveland Browns incorporated secondary numerals, known as "TV numbers," onto the sleeves of their jerseys.
1961: Browns Simplify Helmet Design
The Cleveland Browns removed the numerals from their helmets in 1961, leaving the brown-white-brown stripe sequence as the primary design.
1963: Art Modell Takes Ownership, Fires Paul Brown
Art Modell purchased the Cleveland Browns in 1963 and made the controversial decision to fire the team's namesake and first coach, Paul Brown.
1964: Art Modell Ignites Steelers Rivalry with Saturday Night Games
To fuel the rivalry with the Pittsburgh Steelers, former Browns owner Art Modell scheduled home games against them on Saturday nights from 1964 to 1970.
1964: Browns' Championship Honored
A primetime special honoring the Cleveland Browns' 1964 NFL Championship team was produced and subsequently won an Emmy Award.
1964: Browns Secure Championship Win
The Cleveland Browns, under new ownership and coach, secured a championship win in 1964.
1964: Browns Achieve Championship Glory Once Again
The Cleveland Browns secured another NFL Championship win in 1964.
1965: Start of Browns' Playoff Appearance Streak
The Cleveland Browns began a streak of 14 playoff appearances in 1965, though they did not win another championship during this time.
1965: Creation of Unused "CB" Logo
The Cleveland Browns designed a "CB" logo in 1965, but it was never officially adopted for use.
1968: Browns Adjust Sleeve Stripes on Brown Jerseys
The Cleveland Browns made minor modifications to the sleeve stripes on their brown jerseys in early 1968.
1969: Browns Implement Silkscreened Sleeve Stripes
In 1969, the Cleveland Browns started using silkscreened sleeve stripes on their white and brown jerseys, separating the stripes to avoid color bleeding.
1970: End of Saturday Night Games Against Steelers, Start of Steelers' Dominance at Home
The year 1970 marked the end of the Cleveland Browns' tradition of hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers for Saturday night games. It also marked the beginning of a period where the Steelers were particularly dominant at home against the Browns, achieving a 44-7 record since then.
1970: NFL-AFL Merger Reduces Frequency of Browns-Lions Games
The AFL-NFL merger in 1970 resulted in the Cleveland Browns moving to the AFC, leading to less frequent matchups against the Detroit Lions.
1970: Teams Placed in Opposite Conferences
In 1970, the Cleveland Browns and the San Francisco 49ers were placed in opposite conferences.
1971: Browns Return to Playoffs
After joining the AFC in 1970, the Cleveland Browns made their way back to the playoffs in 1971.
1972: Browns Make Second Consecutive Playoff Appearance
The Cleveland Browns made their second consecutive playoff appearance in 1972.
1975: Browns Debut Orange Pants with Stripe Sequence
The Cleveland Browns introduced orange pants featuring a brown-white-brown stripe sequence in 1975, a look that became synonymous with the "Kardiac Kids" era.
1979: Brian Sipe Leads Browns Revival
Quarterback Brian Sipe spearheaded a revival for the Cleveland Browns, marked by a series of last-minute wins in 1979, earning the team the nickname "Kardiac Kids."
1980: Browns' "Kardiac Kids" Era Continues
The Cleveland Browns, led by Brian Sipe, continued their "Kardiac Kids" era in 1980, thrilling fans with more last-minute victories.
1981: Hanford Dixon's Career Begins
Hanford Dixon began his professional football career with the Cleveland Browns in 1981.
1983: End of the "Kardiac Kids" Orange Pants Era
The Cleveland Browns stopped wearing the orange pants with the brown-white-brown stripe sequence in 1983, marking the end of an iconic look associated with the "Kardiac Kids" period.
1984: Browns' First Use of Solid Brown Socks
The Cleveland Browns' first use of solid brown socks occurred in 1984 as part of a controversial uniform redesign.
1984: Browns Unveil Controversial Uniform Redesign
The Cleveland Browns implemented a complete uniform redesign for the 1984 season, which included new striping patterns on the jerseys and pants, solid-colored socks, and outlined numerals, a move that was met with disapproval from fans.
1984: Browns Deviate from Five-Stripe Sleeve Sequence
The Cleveland Browns broke from their traditional five-stripe sleeve sequence in 1984, introducing a different design element to their jerseys.
1984: Dawg Pound Name Adopted
Cleveland Browns fans adopted the name "Dawg Pound" for their bleacher section in 1984, inspired by the team's defense using the term.
1985: Browns Reestablish Traditional Sleeve Stripe on White Jerseys
Following a brief departure from the original design, the Cleveland Browns reinstated the traditional sleeve stripe pattern on their white jerseys in 1985.
1985: Browns Revert to Classic Uniform Design
Responding to fan criticism, the Cleveland Browns reverted their uniforms back to a design resembling the original in 1985, abandoning the unpopular 1984 redesign.
1985: Browns Draft Bernie Kosar
The Cleveland Browns drafted quarterback Bernie Kosar in 1985, marking a pivotal moment in the team's search for a franchise quarterback.
1986: John Elway's "The Drive" Clinches AFC Championship for Broncos
In the 1986 AFC Championship, John Elway led the Denver Broncos to a dramatic come-from-behind victory over the Cleveland Browns. Elway's performance in the game's final minutes, known as "The Drive," secured a tie in regulation, and the Broncos went on to win 23-20 in overtime.
1987: "The Fumble" Costs Browns in AFC Championship Against Broncos
In the 1987 AFC Championship game, a pivotal play known as "The Fumble" cost the Cleveland Browns dearly. Running back Earnest Byner was stripped of the ball near the goal line by Broncos safety Jeremiah Castille in the game's closing moments, preserving a 38-33 victory for Denver.
1989: Broncos Defeat Browns in AFC Championship Game
The Denver Broncos defeated the Cleveland Browns in the 1989 AFC Championship game by a score of 37-21.
1989: Browns Secure Controversial Win Over Broncos After Field Switch
In a controversial 1989 regular-season game, the Cleveland Browns defeated the Denver Broncos 16-13 thanks to a last-second field goal by Matt Bahr. The game's ending was marked by controversy as referee Tom Dooley ordered the teams to switch ends of the field due to rowdy behavior from Browns fans, giving Cleveland a slight wind advantage for the game-winning kick.
1989: Hanford Dixon's Career Ends
Hanford Dixon retired from professional football in 1989, having played his entire career for the Cleveland Browns.
1991: Broncos Begin 11-Game Winning Streak Against Browns
From 1991 to 2015, the Denver Broncos dominated the Cleveland Browns, winning 11 consecutive games.
1994: Browns and Steelers Meet in Playoffs for the First Time
The Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off in the playoffs for the first time in 1994.
1994: Browns Achieve First Playoff Win Since 1994
The Cleveland Browns, in 2020, secured their first playoff win since 1994, marking a momentous occasion for the team.
1995: Start of Draft Picks That Would Benefit Ravens
The year 1995 marked the beginning of a period where draft picks made by the Cleveland Browns would ultimately benefit the Baltimore Ravens, a consequence of the Browns' relocation controversy.
1995: Modell Announces Browns' Move to Baltimore
Art Modell announced in 1995 his decision to relocate the Cleveland Browns to Baltimore, sparking outrage and resentment among the team's loyal fanbase.
1995: Art Modell Announces Browns Relocation
Art Modell, who had owned the Cleveland Browns since 1961, made the controversial decision to relocate the team to Baltimore in 1995.
1995: End of an Era: Browns' Playoff Streak Ends
The Cleveland Browns' streak of playoff appearances ended in 1995. This marked the end of a significant era for the team.
1995: Browns' Classic Helmet Design Put on Hold
The Cleveland Browns' traditional orange helmet with the brown-white-brown stripe sequence was temporarily retired in 1995.
1995: Browns' Traditional Uniform Design Era Ends
The Cleveland Browns' use of the classic uniform design, reminiscent of the original, concluded in 1995, marking the end of an era for the team's on-field look.
1996: Compromise Reached, Browns' Legacy Secured
After legal battles and negotiations, a compromise was reached in 1996. Art Modell would establish the Baltimore Ravens, while Cleveland retained the Browns' legacy and a guaranteed return to the NFL.
1996: Browns Inactive
The Cleveland Browns were inactive from 1996 to 1998.
1998: NFL Confirms Expansion Draft for Browns' Return
The NFL confirmed in 1998 that an expansion draft would take place, fielding 31 teams with the Cleveland Browns' return to play in 1999.
1998: End of Draft Picks That Would Benefit Ravens
The year 1998 marked the end of a period where draft picks made by the Cleveland Browns would ultimately benefit the Baltimore Ravens, a consequence of the Browns' relocation controversy.
1999: Browns-Steelers Rivalry Cools in Pittsburgh
The rivalry between the Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers has cooled down in Pittsburgh since the Browns' return in 1999, primarily due to the Browns' struggles and the relocation controversy surrounding Art Modell.
1999: 49ers Personnel Assist Browns Relaunch
The San Francisco 49ers aided the Cleveland Browns' relaunch in 1999, with key personnel like Carmen Policy and Dwight Clark joining the Browns.
1999: Browns Resume Play Under New Ownership
Under the ownership of Al Lerner, the Cleveland Browns resumed play in 1999 after a period of inactivity.
1999: Expansion Browns Embrace Traditional Design with Modifications
Upon their return to the NFL as an expansion team, the Cleveland Browns adopted the traditional uniform design in 1999, with modifications including moving the TV numbers to the shoulders and widening the orange-brown-orange pants stripes.
1999: Steelers' Dominance Continues After Browns' Return
The Steelers have dominated the rivalry with the Browns since Cleveland returned to the league in 1999, holding a 36-9-1 record.
1999: Reactivated Browns Franchise to Take the Field
An agreement was reached in which a reactivated Cleveland Browns franchise would take the field by 1999, following the controversial relocation of the original team to Baltimore.
1999: Browns Return to NFL, Bengals Rivalry Renewed
The Cleveland Browns' return to the NFL in 1999 reignited their rivalry with the Cincinnati Bengals.
1999: Cleveland Browns Stadium Opens
The Cleveland Browns Stadium opened in 1999, marking a new era for the team.
1999: Browns Struggle Since Return
Since their return in 1999, the Cleveland Browns have struggled to find success, facing challenges in achieving consistent wins and playoff appearances.
1999: Browns Resume Play After Suspension
The Cleveland Browns resumed playing in 1999 after a period of suspension following the team's relocation to Baltimore.
1999: Browns Revive Classic Helmet Design
The Cleveland Browns brought back their iconic orange helmet with the brown-white-brown stripe sequence in 1999, marking a return to their traditional look.
1999: Browns Return to NFL with Commemorative Logo
The Cleveland Browns celebrated their return to the NFL in 1999 with a special commemorative logo.
2000: Ravens Win Super Bowl with Roster Partially Built by Browns' Picks
The Baltimore Ravens won Super Bowl XXXV in 2000 with a roster that was partially constructed using draft picks originally belonging to the Cleveland Browns, adding to the bitterness surrounding the Browns' relocation.
2002: "Great Lakes Classic" Preseason Game Between Browns and Lions Begins
The "Great Lakes Classic", an annual preseason game between the Cleveland Browns and the Detroit Lions, was established in 2002.
2002: Browns Honor Al Lerner with Jersey Initials
The Cleveland Browns added the initials "AL" to their jerseys in 2002 as a tribute to team owner Al Lerner, who passed away that year.
2002: Browns and Titans Move to Different Divisions
The Cleveland Browns and the Tennessee Titans (formerly the Houston Oilers) were placed in different divisions in 2002 due to divisional realignment.
2002: Browns Secure Playoff Berth
The Cleveland Browns secured a playoff berth in 2002.
2002: Browns Introduce Alternate Orange Jersey and Solid Brown Socks
The Cleveland Browns unveiled an alternate orange jersey in 2002, aligning with the NFL's encouragement for teams to adopt third jerseys, and made a significant change by introducing solid brown socks for the first time since 1984.
2002: Second Playoff Matchup Between Browns and Steelers
The year 2002 marked the second time the Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers met in the playoffs.
2003: Browns Bring Back Orange Pants for Limited Appearances
The Cleveland Browns briefly reintroduced the orange pants in 2003, giving fans a nostalgic glimpse of the classic look.
2003: Browns Experiment with White Pants Stripe Variations
The Cleveland Browns experimented with variations of the stripe pattern on their white pants in 2003, replacing the traditional orange-brown-orange sequence with brown-orange-brown combinations.
2003: Browns Experiment with White Striped Socks
The Cleveland Browns occasionally wore white striped socks with their white jerseys between 2003 and 2005, as well as in 2007.
2003: Start of Browns' 17-Season Playoff Drought
The Cleveland Browns' 17-season playoff drought began in 2003.
2004: Browns Continue Exploration of White Pants Stripes
The Cleveland Browns carried on their exploration of different white pants stripe designs into the 2004 season.
2004: Steelers Achieve 17-Game Winning Streak Against Browns in Pittsburgh
From 2004 to 2020, the Pittsburgh Steelers put together a 17-game winning streak against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, highlighting their home dominance in the rivalry.
2004: Browns' Brief Return to Orange Pants Concludes
After sporadic appearances in the previous season, the Cleveland Browns discontinued the use of their orange pants once again in 2004.
2005: Browns Settle on Joined Stripe Sequence for White Pants
In 2005, the Cleveland Browns opted for a joined brown-orange-brown stripe sequence on their white pants, using it with both their white and brown jerseys.
2005: Browns Continue Experimenting with Sock Variations
The Cleveland Browns continued to experiment with different sock variations in 2005, further diversifying their on-field look.
2005: Browns Win Emmy Awards
The Cleveland Browns' in-house production team earned two Lower Great Lakes Emmy Awards in 2005.
2006: Browns Fans Ranked Most Loyal
A 2006 study by Bizjournal declared Cleveland Browns fans the most loyal in the NFL, citing their consistent attendance and support despite the team's performance.
2006: Browns Explore Brown Pants as Uniform Option
Following the integration of gray face masks in 2006, the Cleveland Browns began exploring the possibility of incorporating brown pants into their uniforms.
2006: Browns Reintroduce Classic Uniform Elements
In 2006, the Cleveland Browns made a deliberate effort to incorporate classic elements into their uniforms, bringing back gray face masks, the original stripe pattern on the brown jersey sleeves, and a darker shade of brown.
2006: Browns Revert to Traditional White Pants Stripes
The Cleveland Browns brought back the traditional orange-brown-orange stripe sequence for their white pants in 2006.
2006: 60th Anniversary Logo for the Browns
The Cleveland Browns marked their 60th anniversary in 2006 with a special logo design.
2007: Browns Conclude Experimentation with White Striped Socks
The Cleveland Browns' experimentation with white striped socks ended in 2007, marking a return to their more traditional sock designs.
August 18, 2008: Browns Debut Brown Pants in Preseason Game
The Cleveland Browns wore brown pants for the first time in the team's history during a preseason game against the New York Giants on August 18, 2008.
2008: Detroit Lions Finish Season Winless
The Detroit Lions became the first team in NFL history to have a winless 0-16 season in 2008.
August 9, 2009: Browns Sport Brown Pants with White-Striped Socks
The Cleveland Browns wore their brown pants again on August 9, 2009, for their "family" scrimmage, pairing them with white-striped socks.
September 19, 2010: Browns Establish Ring of Honor
The Cleveland Browns established their Ring of Honor on September 19, 2010, to honor past players.
2010: Browns Abandon Brown Pants After Negative Fan Response
The Cleveland Browns decided to stop wearing the brown pants in 2010 after receiving unfavorable feedback from fans.
2011: Browns Wear White Jerseys for Entire Season
The Cleveland Browns opted to wear their white jerseys for all 16 games of the 2011 season, both at home and on the road, due to opponent uniform choices.
2012: Lerner Family Sells Browns to Jimmy Haslam
The Lerner family sold the Cleveland Browns to businessman Jimmy Haslam in 2012.
October 3, 2013: Browns Debut All-Brown Uniforms
On October 3, 2013, the Cleveland Browns wore an all-brown uniform combination for the first time in team history during their Thursday Night Football game against the Buffalo Bills.
2013: Browns Remove "AL" Initials from Jerseys
The Cleveland Browns decided to remove the "AL" initials from their jerseys in 2013, coinciding with Jimmy Haslam becoming the new owner of the team.
2014: Browns Players Join 49ers
Phil Dawson and Colt McCoy, former Cleveland Browns players, joined the San Francisco 49ers in 2014.
2014: End of the "Great Lakes Classic"
The "Great Lakes Classic", an annual preseason game between the Cleveland Browns and the Detroit Lions, was discontinued in 2014.
2014: Browns Overcome Large Deficit
The Cleveland Browns achieved a remarkable comeback victory in 2014, overcoming a 28-3 deficit to defeat the Tennessee Titans with a score of 29-28.
February 24, 2015: Browns Update Logos and Wordmarks
On February 24, 2015, the Cleveland Browns introduced a refreshed set of logos and wordmarks, which included slight modifications to the helmet's orange shade and a change from a gray to brown facemask.
April 14, 2015: Browns Introduce New Uniform Combinations with Updated Colors and Fonts
On April 14, 2015, the Cleveland Browns unveiled new uniform combinations featuring slightly altered shades of orange, brown, and white. The updated design incorporated a darker, matte orange, a prominent "CLEVELAND" wordmark in a custom font, and brown numerals with a dropshadow effect.
2015: Major Redesign for Browns Uniforms
The Cleveland Browns implemented significant changes to their uniform design ahead of the 2015 season, marking the first major overhaul of the team's look.
2015: Broncos' 11-Game Winning Streak Against Browns Ends
The Denver Broncos' 11-game winning streak against the Cleveland Browns came to an end in 2015.
2016: Browns Join NFL Color Rush Program with All-Brown Uniforms
In 2016, the Cleveland Browns participated in the NFL Color Rush program, wearing their all-brown uniform combination without white elements.
2016: Browns Begin Historically Poor Two-Year Stretch
The Cleveland Browns embarked on a historically poor two-year stretch under head coach Hue Jackson, beginning in 2016.
2017: Browns Finish Season Winless
The Cleveland Browns became the second team in NFL history to have a winless season in 2017, mirroring the 2008 Detroit Lions.
2017: Browns Suffer Winless Season
The Cleveland Browns suffered a winless 0-16 season in 2017.
2018: Browns Continue to Sport All-Brown Uniforms
Despite the discontinuation of the Color Rush Program in 2018, the Cleveland Browns wore their all-brown uniforms for three home games.
2018: Joe Thomas Inducted into Ring of Honor
Joe Thomas was inducted into the Cleveland Browns' Ring of Honor in 2018.
2018: Nathan Zegura's Suspension
Nathan Zegura was given an eight-game suspension in 2018 for arguing with officials during a game while working as a sideline reporter.
2018: Browns Snap Broncos' Winning Streak
The Cleveland Browns ended their losing streak against the Denver Broncos with a 17-16 victory in 2018.
2019: Browns' Playoff Drought Continues
The Cleveland Browns' playoff drought, which began in 2003, continued through 2019.
2019: All-Brown Uniforms Become Browns' Primary Home Uniform
In 2019, the Cleveland Browns promoted their all-brown uniform combination to their primary home uniform, wearing it for six home games and any away games where the home team opted for white.
2019: Clay Matthews Jr. Inducted into Ring of Honor
Clay Matthews Jr. was inducted into the Cleveland Browns' Ring of Honor in 2019.
December 2020: Browns Set Franchise Record for First-Half Points
In December 2020, the Cleveland Browns set a franchise record for points in the first half during a game against the Tennessee Titans, ultimately winning 41-35.
2020: Third Playoff Encounter Between Browns and Steelers
The Cleveland Browns and the Pittsburgh Steelers clashed for the third time in the playoffs in 2020.
2020: Browns End Playoff Drought
The Cleveland Browns ended their 17-season playoff drought in 2020.
2020: Browns Unveil New Uniform Design Inspired by Classic Looks
The Cleveland Browns introduced a new uniform design for the 2020 season, drawing inspiration from the team's classic uniform designs of the past.
2021: Browns Celebrate 75th Anniversary with Special Logo
The Cleveland Browns commemorated their 75th anniversary in 2021 by using a special logo for the season.
2021: Browns Miss Postseason
The Cleveland Browns missed the postseason in 2021.
2022: Brownie Elf Returns to FirstEnergy Stadium
In 2022, based on a fan poll, the Cleveland Browns brought back a version of the Brownie elf logo, displaying it at midfield of FirstEnergy Stadium.
2022: Browns' Playoff Hopes Dashed Again
For the second year in a row, the Cleveland Browns missed the postseason in 2022.
2023: Ravens Hold Lead in Series Against Browns
As of the 2023 season, the Baltimore Ravens hold a 36-14 lead in the overall series against the Cleveland Browns.
2023: Browns Lead All-Time Series
As of the 2023 season, the Cleveland Browns hold a leading record of 20-10 against the San Francisco 49ers.
2023: Broncos Maintain Series Lead Over Browns
As of the 2023 season, the Denver Broncos hold a 25-7 lead in the overall series against the Cleveland Browns.
2023: Browns Introduce "White Out" Uniforms with First Non-Orange Helmets Since 1950
In 2023, the Cleveland Browns unveiled their new "White Out" uniforms, an all-white ensemble featuring a white helmet with an orange stripe flanked by brown stripes. This marked the first time since 1950 that the Browns deviated from orange helmets, paying homage to the franchise's early years.
2023: Browns Achieve Winning Season and Playoff Appearance
The Cleveland Browns achieved both a winning season and a playoff appearance in 2023.
2023: Browns Secure Winning Seasons and Playoff Appearances
The Cleveland Browns secured winning seasons and playoff appearances in 2002, 2007, 2020 and 2023.
August 10, 2024: Roster Update
The Cleveland Browns' roster was updated on August 10, 2024.