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Charles Woodson's Browns Ownership Deal Falls Through

2/6/2026

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Charles Woodson, associated with the Cleveland Browns, will not become an owner.
He was approved to buy 0.1 percent of the franchise in May 2025, but the deal fell through.
Woodson said the deal fell through because he could not remove his name from his product.
The NFL prohibits owners from promoting alcohol products using their names or likenesses.
The Browns expressed respect for Woodson's decision.

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Story summary

Charles Woodson, associated with the Cleveland Browns, will not become an owner.
He was approved to buy 0.1 percent of the franchise in May 2025, but the deal fell through.
Woodson said the deal fell through because he could not remove his name from his product.
The NFL prohibits owners from promoting alcohol products using their names or likenesses.
The Browns expressed respect for Woodson's decision.