Haslam: I’ll Take the over on the Browns’ 5 1/2-Win Projection
Haslam cited 10 draft additions, a new offensive coordinator and an easier schedule as reasons for optimism after Cleveland went 5-12 last season.
- On Friday, Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam expressed confidence at training camp in Berea that his team will exceed the 5.5-game win total projected by FanDuel Sportsbook, stating "I'll take the over."
- Following a 5-12 season that led to head coach Kevin Stefanski's firing, the organization hired Todd Monken, with Haslam stating the 2026 season focuses on improvement while maintaining playoff aspirations for 2027.
- While the Browns traded defensive end Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in June, Haslam cited "giant strides in our talent level the last two years," noting the team added 10 new players via the recent NFL draft.
- Executive vice president JW Johnson emphasized the team's determination, stating they will pursue success "by any means," and addressed fan loyalty regarding quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, noting internal division does not affect the roster.
- Regarding the proposed domed stadium in Brook Park, Haslam confirmed no decisions exist on personal seat license pricing, emphasizing a goal of keeping tickets affordable for fans as the project progresses toward a 2029 opening.
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Haslam: I’ll take the over on the Browns’ 5 1/2-win projection
The Cleveland Browns made the postseason the last time they had a first-year head coach on the sidelines.
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