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Browns Owner Dismisses Arch Manning Draft Rumors

7/30/2025

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Haslam Addresses Manning Rumors

Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam put rumors to rest regarding a potential bid for Texas quarterback Arch Manning in the 2026 NFL Draft, confidently stating he believes Manning will stay in college for another two years. As the Browns gear up for the season, they are closely assessing their current quarterbacks, including Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, amidst lingering uncertainty.

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Haslams Champion Stadium Project

Cleveland Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam are unwavering in their belief in the $2.4 billion Brook Park stadium project, declaring a 99.9% chance of success despite legal hurdles and funding issues. They stressed the need for teamwork with local officials while also confronting the troubling domestic violence incidents involving players, including rookie Quinshon Judkins.

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Historical Context

The Cleveland Browns, originally established in 1946, faced a significant disruption when owner Art Modell relocated the team to Baltimore in 1996. The franchise was reactivated in 1999, leading to a series of management changes. Since the Haslam family purchased the team in 2012 for $987 million, they have invested in revitalization efforts, including a $2.4 billion stadium project, amid ongoing challenges.

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Haslam Addresses Manning Rumors

Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam put rumors to rest regarding a potential bid for Texas quarterback Arch Manning in the 2026 NFL Draft, confidently stating he believes Manning will stay in college for another two years. As the Browns gear up for the season, they are closely assessing their current quarterbacks, including Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, amidst lingering uncertainty.

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