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Brook Park Today
By the People, for the People
Browns Unveil Ambitious $2.4B Stadium Plans with Iconic Dawg Pound
Pat McAfee and fans are excited about the new Huntington Bank Field's steep seating and massive Dawg Pound plaza
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The Cleveland Browns have unveiled plans for a new $2.4 billion stadium in Brook Park, Ohio, set to open in 2029. The centerpiece of the design is a reimagined Dawg Pound supporters' section featuring a 34-degree seating slope, the steepest in the NFL, to create an intimidating environment for opponents. The stadium will also include a massive 215,000-square-foot Dawg Pound Plaza where fans can cheer on the team as they arrive, along with a flexible capacity of up to 75,000 for major events.
Why it matters
The new stadium represents a major investment in the Browns franchise and a commitment to providing their passionate fanbase with a world-class gameday experience. The steep Dawg Pound seating and pre-game plaza are designed to create an electric atmosphere that gives the Browns a true home-field advantage.
The details
The new Huntington Bank Field will feature a 6,500-seat Dawg Pound Stand with a 34-degree seating slope, making it the steepest section in the NFL. This "vertical wall" of fans is engineered to trap sound and put Cleveland's most die-hard supporters right on top of the opponent. The stadium will also include a massive 215,000-square-foot "Dawg Pound Plaza" on the west side, located directly above the players' parking, creating a "venue before the venue" where fans can cheer for the team as they arrive. The overall stadium will have a flexible capacity that can swell to 75,000 for events like the Final Four.
- The new Huntington Bank Field is slated to open in 2029.
- The latest stadium renderings were released on February 15, 2026.
The players
Cleveland Browns
The professional American football team based in Cleveland, Ohio.
Pat McAfee
A former NFL punter and current media personality who has expressed excitement about the Browns' new stadium plans.
HKS
The architecture firm designing the new Huntington Bank Field for the Cleveland Browns.
What they’re saying
“I love it”
— Pat McAfee (X)
“the encouragement from the folks all around you to fully embrace the environment and be a weapon for your team. It empowers LOUD.”
— Pat McAfee (X)
What’s next
The Browns are expected to break ground on the new stadium in the coming years, with an opening targeted for the 2029 NFL season.
The takeaway
The Browns' ambitious $2.4 billion stadium plans, centered around a reimagined and intimidating Dawg Pound supporters' section, demonstrate the franchise's commitment to providing their passionate fanbase with a world-class gameday experience and creating a true home-field advantage.
