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NBC Sports
2 days ago
- Business
- NBC Sports
Ohio Senate passes budget with $600 million for domed Browns stadium
Enjoy the snow games while you can, Browns fans. The team has moved another step closer to building a new domed stadium in suburban Brook Park. Via 92.3 The Fan, the Ohio Senate passed a budget on Wednesday that includes $600 million in state money for the Browns stadium. The Senate's plan borrows against the $1.7 billion pool of unclaimed funds. The House has proposed bonds, and the governor wants to increase gambling taxes. Regardless, all three bodies agree that $600 million is the magic number for the state's contribution. Much more work needs to be done, including $600 million in local money. Along with a finding that the Art Modell Law doesn't prevent the team from leaving Cleveland.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joe Flacco talks about 'embarrassing' TikTok dances: 'Be an adult'
Joe Flacco is the elder statesman of the Cleveland Browns quarterback room. Having just turned 40 in January, Flacco has morphed into the "back in my day guy" and is now just one step away from telling the young whippersnappers to get off his lawn. Flacco has embraced that youthful energy in the twilight of his NFL career, taking the opportunity to pose for a fun photo at media day with rookie, Dillon Gabriel. Advertisement Regardless, he continued to provide plenty of entertainment for the media following Wednesday's minicamp practices, turning the session into a chat about social media, TikTok and posting dancing videos online. Flacco began discussing Twitter, now known as X, as it has evolved into a primary source of news. "The difference now is, everybody's getting their stuff from there, and it's treated a little bit more seriously because that is the main news source," Flacco said, via 92.3 The Fan's Daryl Ruiter. "You still have the same thing you always had, which is a million different opinions, but it kind of blends your actual news source with a bunch of other stuff." The quarterback went on to say that Instagram is the only social media platform he's used and made one thing clear –don't expect him to show up in a TikTok dancing video anytime soon. Advertisement "No TikTok dances," Flacco said. "The fact that people want to get on their phones and show people. That's embarrassing! You're an adult. Be an adult. I can't wrap my head around that." He followed up with some advice for the parents. "I get it, you have kids and you wanna have fun with your kids," Flacco added. "Like, have fun with your kids in private." Flacco appears to be no fan of the current social media landscape, but he also extended his media availability to discuss the good old days. While he wasn't walking up and down the rolling hills in 10 feet of snow to school, the quarterback did end up speaking about players who think offseason activities are too hard in the modern NFL. Advertisement "We're out there for an hour 15 minutes and guys think it's hard," Flacco said via Yahoo Sports' Jori Epstein, referencing the two-a-days that used to be commonplace in the NFL. He went on to add that organized team activities (OTAs) used to be over two hours, highlighting just how much has changed since he entered the league in 2008. In other words, Flacco was in a reminiscing mood as the Super Bowl champion prepares for his 18th season in the league. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Browns' QB Joe Flacco calls TikTok dances 'embarrassing'
USA Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Joe Flacco talks about 'embarrassing' TikTok dances: 'Be an adult'
Joe Flacco talks about 'embarrassing' TikTok dances: 'Be an adult' Show Caption Hide Caption Greg Olsen believes Travis Kelce 'controls how he leaves the game' Former NFL tight end Greg Olsen has high praise for Travis Kelce and shares when he believes Travis Kelce will eventually retire from the NFL. Sports Seriously Joe Flacco is the elder statesman of the Cleveland Browns quarterback room. Having just turned 40 in January, Flacco has morphed into the "back in my day guy" and is now just one step away from telling the young whippersnappers to get off his lawn. Flacco has embraced that youthful energy in the twilight of his NFL career, taking the opportunity to pose for a fun photo at media day with rookie, Dillon Gabriel. Regardless, he continued to provide plenty of entertainment for the media following Wednesday's minicamp practices, turning the session into a chat about social media, TikTok and posting dancing videos online. Flacco began discussing Twitter, now known as X, as it has evolved into a primary source of news. "The difference now is, everybody's getting their stuff from there, and it's treated a little bit more seriously because that is the main news source," Flacco said, via 92.3 The Fan's Daryl Ruiter. "You still have the same thing you always had, which is a million different opinions, but it kind of blends your actual news source with a bunch of other stuff." Joe Flacco has thoughts on social media, including TikTok dances. A pretty entertaining 2 minutes of video here #Browns — Daryl Ruiter (@RuiterWrongFAN) June 11, 2025 The quarterback went on to say that Instagram is the only social media platform he's used and made one thing clear –don't expect him to show up in a TikTok dancing video anytime soon. "No TikTok dances," Flacco said. "The fact that people want to get on their phones and show people. That's embarrassing! You're an adult. Be an adult. I can't wrap my head around that." He followed up with some advice for the parents. "I get it, you have kids and you wanna have fun with your kids," Flacco added. "Like, have fun with your kids in private." Flacco appears to be no fan of the current social media landscape, but he also extended his media availability to discuss the good old days. While he wasn't walking up and down the rolling hills in 10 feet of snow to school, the quarterback did end up speaking about players who think offseason activities are too hard in the modern NFL. "We're out there for an hour 15 minutes and guys think it's hard," Flacco said via Yahoo Sports' Jori Epstein, referencing the two-a-days that used to be commonplace in the NFL. Old Guy Joe Flacco laughs at players who think today's OTAs are hard: 'We're out there for an hour 15 minutes and guys think it's hard.' — Jori Epstein (@JoriEpstein) June 11, 2025 He went on to add that organized team activities (OTAs) used to be over two hours, highlighting just how much has changed since he entered the league in 2008. In other words, Flacco was in a reminiscing mood as the Super Bowl champion prepares for his 18th season in the league.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Browns Reveal Joe Flacco's Role with QBs Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel
Back in January, Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson underwent surgery after re-rupturing a torn Achilles, which puts the team in a very tough spot to open the season on choosing who will be the Week 1 starter. With the season still a good amount away, it's starting to shape up to be an interesting four-man race between veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett, as well as incoming rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders. Advertisement Considering Flacco is 40 years old and has seen a decent amount of success in his 17-year career, winning Super Bowl XLVII MVP, there's a strong belief he could be a mentor toward the rookies. However, that idea was thoroughly shot down on Friday by general manager Andrew Berry during an appearance on 92.3 The Fan. "Joe's job also isn't to bring along rookies," Berry said. "We have a very experienced and good coaching staff. That's their job. Joe's job is to compete and earn a role, just like the others in the room.' Of course, that kind of statement doesn't come as much of a surprise, because not only is he looking to grab the starting spot, but he's also fighting for a roster spot with both Gabriel and Sanders. Advertisement Somebody getting left behind is inevitable, considering teams usually only keep three quarterbacks on the roster, meaning that either Flacco, Pickett, or one of the rookies will likely be cut by the Browns. Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco (15).Troy Taormina-Imagn Images In an article from A to Z Sports, Brandon Little predicts that Pickett will end up being the odd man out for the Browns, with Flacco, Gabriel and Sanders all securing a spot while Watson starts the season on the injured reserve. Related: Chiefs Predicted to Sign $79 Million Star for Patrick Mahomes' 'Revenge Tour'
NBC Sports
09-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Andrew Berry: It's "increasingly unlikely" Nick Chubb will be back with Browns in 2025
The Nick Chubb era in Cleveland appears to be over. The Browns signaled that when they selected two running backs in the 2025 draft and recently renegotiated Jerome Ford's deal. But now General Manager Andrew Berry has also explicitly stated that Chubb's return to the club doesn't appear to be in the cards. 'I wouldn't rule anything out, but I would say it's probably increasingly unlikely,' Berry said in a Friday interview with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima on Cleveland's 92.3 The Fan. 'We do have two young guys that we like. We think Jerome plays a role. It's basically kind of maybe seeing how the roles shake out in the running backs room. 'Look, you're never going to rule out someone as near and dear to our heart as Nick. And I would expect him to take another step, being another year removed from the injury. But I'd say maybe a return is less likely — at least in the short term — with us right now.' Chubb, 29, was a second-round pick in 2018 and became one of the best running backs in franchise history over his first five seasons. But he suffered a devastating, season-ending knee injury in Week 2 of 2023. While he was able to play eight games in 2024, his production dipped as he averaged just 3.3 yards per carry. That's well off his career average of 5.3 yards per carry before his 2023 injury. While the Browns may be moving on, Berry said he understands this is the tough part of the business — moving on from a fan favorite who was a part of the team's backbone for years. 'My job in decision-making is to be non-emotional. And then in terms of managing and treating people, it's to be able to do it as empathetically as possible,' Berry said. 'I think one of the hardest things is when you transition away from a player who meant a lot to the organization and meant a lot to the community. 'But the reality of it is, look, I'd love for key players in our organization to stay with us forever, play until they're 45. Unfortunately, this sport doesn't allow that. And so that's part of the tough parts of the job, but it doesn't change how you view, or treat, or feel about the guys who have come through as people.' Cleveland selected Quinshon Judkins at No. 36 in the second round and Dylan Sampson at No. 126 in the fourth round of this year's draft. Chubb has rushed for 6,843 yards with 51 touchdowns in his career. In 2024, he tallied 332 yards with three TDs and caught five passes for 31 yards.
