Cleveland Browns unveil new stadium design drawing mixed reactions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Cleveland Browns announced plans for their new stadium, New Huntington Bank Field, set to open in 2029. A model of the stadium was revealed, showcasing a modern design located in Brook Park, Ohio. The unveiling prompted a wave of reactions on social media, with many NFL fans comparing its look to a prison and referencing pop culture. Jokes about the size and appearance of the stadium's model flooded platforms, with some calling it reminiscent of a scene from 'Zoolander.' The reception reflects a common trend of online commentary surrounding sports venue designs.
- •New Huntington Bank Field is set to open in 2029.
- •Stadium model revealed in Brook Park, Ohio.
- •Fans critiqued the architectural design on social media.
- •Comparisons made to a prison and pop culture references.
- •The design supports a growing trend of new NFL stadiums.
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — Browns’ new stadium design had everyone making the same jokes
"Cleveland's new stadium, scheduled to open in 2029, certainly spawned some reactions on the internet when it was revealed on Monday.
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