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The Cleveland Browns have experienced their fair share of heartbreak over the franchise’s history. Off the field, Cleveland’s fanbase knows disappointment as they lost their franchise to Baltimore in 1995, a move that made the late Art Modell a villainous figure for most Browns fans.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / February 12

Bruce Drennan Compares Jimmy Haslam To Art Modell

The debate over Cleveland Browns ownership continues to stir emotions among fans, as comparisons between current owner Jimmy Haslam and former owner Art Modell spark heated discussions.

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Talk / January 15

Cleveland sues Browns over proposed move to Brook Park

Before it can be Cleveland Browns vs. the world, we'll be dealing with Cleveland vs. the Browns. The city has sued the team over the proposed move out of Cleveland to a domed stadium in Brook Park.

Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Art Modell Law Cited by City of Cleveland in Browns Attempted Move

Back in October, the City of Cleveland said it planned to invoke the controversial Art Modell Law to keep the Browns from moving away from Cleveland ...

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Talk / December 30

Cleveland invokes "Modell Law" to keep Browns from leaving town

Cleveland will be playing hardball to keep its pro football team in town. Via FOX 8, the city has decided to invoke the "Modell Law" in an effort to keep the Browns from leaving downtown and building a domed stadium in Brook Park.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / December 30

City Of Cleveland Invoking Controversial Law Against Browns Owner

The battle over where the Cleveland Browns will play their home games in 2029 took another turn on Monday. According to Fox 8 News in Cleveland, city Mayor Justin Bibb is poised to send a letter to team owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam fully invoking the Art Modell Law, which would see the city seek new ownership for the team.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / November 16

Analyst Names Browns Fans Among ‘Most Disappointed In NFL’

The Cleveland Browns were among the most successful teams in the 1980s, making three conference championship games in the second half of the decade. Cleveland continued to be successful after that stretch, making the playoffs again in 1994.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / October 25

‘Modell Law’ Author Shares His Thoughts On Browns’ Lawsuit Against It

After the late NFL owner Art Modell moved the Cleveland Browns’ former franchise to Baltimore after the 1995 season, the Ohio state legislature made a change to the state’s code.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / October 25

Browns stadium drama rolls along

Politicians and business owners question move to Brook Park, team seeking clarity on “Modell Law,” all part of the ongoing discourse. The Cleveland Browns made what appeared to be the definitive statement last week about their future home.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / October 25

Browns File Lawsuit Against City Of Cleveland Over Stadium Dispute

The city of Cleveland had publicly discussed the possibility of filing a lawsuit against the Cleveland Browns after the NFL franchise announced it would proceed with plans to build a domed stadium at Brook Park.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / October 24

Browns Fire Back At City Of Cleveland For Attempted Block Of New Stadium

The war of words between the Cleveland Browns and the city of Cleveland over the team's recently announced plans for a new stadium continue to play out publicly.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / October 22

City of Cleveland preparing lawsuit against Browns Brook Park move citing Ohio’s ‘Art Modell Law’

Brook Park dome is still highly likely as political, financial maneuvers begin The City of Cleveland once fought valiantly to keep the Cleveland Browns a part of the fabric of the community.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / October 18

Former Ravens Owner Moves Closer To Hall of Fame

From 1983 to 1996, the city of Baltimore had no NFL team to call its own, until Art Modell and the Baltimore Ravens came along. Modell, who passed away in 2012 at the age of 87, moved the Cleveland Browns to Baltimore in the mid 90s and finally ended the city's professional football drought.

NFL News / Steelers Now / October 16

Architect of Steelers 1970s Dynasty Named Hall of Fame Finalist

Former Pittsburgh Steelers personnel director Art Rooney Jr. is among the 25 finalist for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Contributor category, the PFHOF announced on Wednesday.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / October 6

Browns football: Comparing horrible experiences for Cleveland fans

Browns 2024 struggles vs winless 2017 season is a battle of pathetic Being a Cleveland Browns fan is a tough experience. Since the team was stolen away by Art Modell and the City of Baltimore, Browns football has mostly been unwatchable.

Baltimore Ravens News / The Forkball / August 30

Top 10 Baltimore Ravens

I won’t go into the history of Art Modell pulling out of Cleveland. I’m just going to pick things up in 1996. From 2000 on the Baltimore Ravens have been successful, going to playoffs15 times and winning two Super Bowls.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / August 9

Browns Celebrate 25th Anniversary Of Rebirth Today

Older fans of the Cleveland Browns will remember August 9, 1999, as a special date in the franchise’s history. In 1995, former Browns owner Art Modell announced that the organization would be moving to Baltimore the following season, creating one of the most unique situations in NFL history.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / May 27

History: Browns vs. Cowboys while the nation mourned a President

1963 was a year of change The year was 1963. The Cleveland Browns had several major changes going into the season. The year before, the Browns went 7-6-1 and failed to make the playoffs for the fourth year in a row.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / May 7

Cleveland City Council Enacts "Art Modell Law" As Browns Continue Mulling Future Stadium Options

While renderings and rumors over the Browns future stadium make the rounds on social media the city of Cleveland ensuring no final decision is made without going through the proper channels.

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Talk / April 30

Browns want taxpayers to cover half the cost of stadium solution

The Browns are considering a $1 billion renovation to their current stadium or a new, $2.4 billion domed stadium in Brook Park. However it goes, they want the taxpayers to pay half.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / April 17

Browns DB Has Strong Opinion About Cleveland Stadium Situation

Browns fans are particularly skittish about NFL owners haggling with Cleveland’s local government for help with stadium renovation. After former Browns owner Art Modell could not negotiate an agreement with the municipality in the 1990s, Cleveland spent several years without their beloved Browns as Modell moved the existing franchise to Baltimore.

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Talk / April 2

As Browns jostle for stadium upgrade, Cleveland politician reminds Jimmy and Dee Haslam of "Art Modell law"

Twenty-nine years after Art Modell moved the Browns out of Cleveland, his name still resonates locally. As the new Browns, an expansion team that entered the league in 1999, push for a new or renovated stadium, a member of Cleveland City Council has reminded the team's current ownership about a law that would prevent a move out of town.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 17, 2022

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Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 9, 2016