Jason and Travis Kelce publicly condemned the Cleveland Browns’ latest move. They voiced their frustration over the team’s current plans. The NFL stars grew up in Cleveland Heights, so they closely monitor everything related to the team and their hometown’s football venues.
The Cleveland Browns chose to relocate their home stadium. They will move it from Cleveland to Brook Park, a suburban area. The stadium is under construction and scheduled to open in 2029.
The $2.4 billion project will place the stadium about 14 miles away from its current location. This decision angered not only the Kelce brothers but also Browns fans, who have long enjoyed watching games in the heart of their city.
A decision that could reshape Cleveland’s sports culture
On the New Heights podcast, Jason Kelce openly criticized the video the franchise posted on Instagram announcing the relocation.
“Something really stupid in Brook Park that they’re trying to get everyone excited about. The stadium won’t be in downtown Cleveland anymore. Boooooo,” he said.
Meanwhile, Travis Kelce emphasized the stadium’s importance to Cleveland’s sports culture.
“All sports cities feel better when [the stadium] is downtown.”
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Jason Kelce quickly supported his brother’s stance:
“It’s way better. They just don’t want to pay for it, Travis, or cooperate with the city. That’s the only reason why this isn’t in downtown Cleveland… Yeah, I’m not a fan. I don’t know what you want me to say. I don’t like it.”
Jason also criticized the design of the new stadium:
“I like when the elements play a role in the game. I like when snow is involved… We had an amazing playoff game here at The Linc this year in the snow against the Rams. That wouldn’t have happened with a covered stadium. I don’t like indoor stadiums.”
Finally, he made his stance clear:
“There is zero percent of me that likes what’s happening in Cleveland right now.”
However, he acknowledged that some Cleveland residents might support the move due to its economic potential and added amenities.
