The Haslam Sports Group (HSG) alongside a joint venture of AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company and HKS announced the groundbreaking of the New Huntington Bank Field, the future home of the Cleveland Browns starting in the 2029 season. Additionally, the groundbreaking ceremony held at the new site in Brook Park today marks the official start of construction on Northeast Ohio’s largest economic development project to date, the new Huntington Bank Field enclosed stadium and surrounding district.
About the Groundbreaking Event
Moreover, the event featured an opening from HSG Managing and Principal Partner Dee Haslam followed by three separate panels that detailed the vision for the new stadium and its transformative impact on the region. Furthermore, the first panel, focused on fan experience, consisted of HSG Managing Partners Whitney Haslam Johnson, JW Johnson and HSG President Dave Jenkins. Moreover, it was followed with a panel discussing the economic impact created by the new stadium and district featuring HSG Managing Partner Jimmy Haslam, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. To round out the programming for the event, Browns Legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Joe Thomas moderated a conversation with General Manager Andrew Berry, Head Coach Todd Monken, Linebacker Carson Schwesinger and Cornerback Denzel Ward.
“Our family remains deeply committed to Northeast Ohio and we know our community deserves this stadium and transformative project,” said Dee and Jimmy Haslam. “The new Huntington Bank Field will be an economic catalyst for our region, delivering best-in-class fan experiences and exciting events throughout the year. Today’s groundbreaking is a historic milestone, and we appreciate our partner’s efforts to help make this possible.”
Construction Managers
Also, as construction managers for the visionary project, AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company are overseeing construction of the state-of-the-art venue, which will serve as Ohio’s first enclosed stadium capable of hosting world-class events throughout the year, including Browns games, NCAA Final Fours, international soccer matches and concerts for crowds of up to 75,000. Moreover, with a revolutionary seating bowl design, one-of-a-kind roofing system and flexible capacity, the project will set new standards in stadium construction and fan engagement, bringing fans closer than ever to action on the football field.
Design
Designed by leading sports architecture firm HKS, the new stadium will champion the region’s spirit and identity, enhancing the overall experience for both fans and the surrounding community while spurring long-term economic activity and job creation in the region. Additionally, the world-class venue will be constructed alongside a dynamic, mixed-use entertainment district led by award-winning development partner and real estate firm Lincoln Property Company, securing the future of the Browns organization in Northeast Ohio for decades to come.
Huntington Bank Field Enriches AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company Portfolio
The new Huntington Bank Field is one of the latest major sports and entertainment projects led by AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company, two of the construction industry’s most experienced and respected firms with a decades-long history of successful partnerships and a deep commitment to Northeast Ohio. With more than 55 years of NFL stadium experience, AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company have helped to shape the evolution of the modern game-day experience.
Also, their portfolio includes iconic venues such as the Browns’ current stadium, Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz stadium, the Jacksonville Jaguars’ Stadium of the Future, the Intuit Dome, the new homes of the Buffalo Bills and Tennessee Titans, and SoFi stadium, California’s largest indoor-outdoor entertainment space.
Project Factsheet
Location: 18300 Snow Road, Brook Park, Ohio
Total Project Cost: $2.6 billion
Construction Timeline: Groundbreaking April 2026; Completion scheduled for 2029.
Capacity: 67,500 seats (scalable up to 75,000 for concerts and major events).
Architect: HKS Architects.
Construction Managers: AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company (Joint Venture).
Key Architectural Features
Transparent Roof: A custom-engineered, folded-plate translucent roof designed to manage Northeast Ohio’s snow while maximizing natural light.
“Super Theater” Concept: A flexible event configuration allowing the venue to scale down to 7,000 seats for intimate events or up to 75,000 for “mega-events.”
Seating Proximity: Designed to have the closest seats to the field in the NFL beating stadiums like Highmark Stadium, with the first row positioned just 16 feet from the action.
The Modernized “Dawg Pound”: A dedicated endzone section with a 34-degree rake to create a “wall of sound,” topped by a cantilevered standing-room-only bridge.
The Grand Concourse: The largest concourse in the NFL, uniting upper and main levels into a single cultural and culinary destination.
