Cleveland Browns training camp 2022 is slated to open July 27 in Berea, Ohio. Coming off a disastrous 2021 season, things have changed dramatically for head coach Kevin Stefanski and Co.
The blockbuster trade for star quarterback Deshaun Watson is the obvious headline, and his six-game suspension will undoubtedly have a major impact on the team. But for now he gets to participate in training camp until his suspension begins after the preseason.
With camp approaching, let’s preview the Browns summer in Berea, including some major storylines.
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Cleveland Browns training camp schedule
As noted above, camp will start July 27. The first practice open to public will be July 30. Camp will break August 19. Here’s the full schedule
- Wednesday, July 27: Closed practice
- Thursday, July 28: Closed practice
- Friday, July 29: Closed practice
- Saturday, July 30: 2 p.m.
- Sunday, July 31: No practice
- Monday, Aug. 1: 2 p.m.
- Tuesday, Aug. 2: 2 p.m.
- Wednesday, Aug. 3: 2 p.m.
- Thursday, Aug. 4: No practice
- Friday, Aug. 5: 2 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 6: 2 p.m.
- Sunday, Aug. 7: 2 p.m.
- Monday, Aug. 8: No practice
- Tuesday Aug. 9: 2 p.m.
- Wednesday, Aug. 10: Closed practice
- Thursday, Aug. 11: No practice
- Saturday, Aug. 13: No practice
- Sunday, Aug. 14: 2 p.m. ET
- Monday, Aug. 15: 2 p.m. ET
- Tuesday, Aug. 16: 2 p.m. ET
- Wednesday, Aug. 17: No practice
- Thursday, Aug. 18: Closed practice
- Friday, Aug. 19: Closed practice
Cleveland Browns training camp location
Here is the history of where the Browns have held training camp over the years, via Pro Football Reference.
- 1946-1951: Bowling Green State — Bowling Green, Ohio
- 1952-1974: Hiram College — Hiram, Ohio
- 1975-1981: Kent State — Kent, Ohio
- 1982-1991: Lakeland Community College — Kirtland, Ohio
- 1992-1995: Cleveland Browns Training Facility — Berea, Ohio
- 1999-2022: Cleveland Browns Training Facility — Berea, Ohio
Can you go to Cleveland Browns training camp?
Yes. The first public practice will be July 30 with a total of 11 sessions enabling fans to be in attendance.
Any practice that’s open to the public will begin 2 p.m. local time. Fans can start reserving tickets on June 23 with season-ticket holders receiving access two days prior (June 21). Here are the open practices
- June 30
- August 1
- August 2
- August 3
- August 5
- August 6
- August 7
- August 9
- August 14
- August 15
- August 16
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Storylines for Cleveland Browns training camp
Here are the top storylines and Browns’ position battles to follow in training camp this summer.
The Deshaun Watson situation and six-game suspension
Cleveland traded for the troubled signal caller back in March, shortly after grand juries in Texas opted against recommending criminal charges against the quarterback. At that point, the three-time Pro Bowler was facing north of 20 allegations of sexual misconduct. In said deal, these Browns gave up three first-round picks and change to acquire the talented signal caller.
Fast forward roughly three months, and more women have come forward with allegations against Watson. It’s not a great situation for a Cleveland organization that was caught off guard by the new allegations.
The backdrop here set up the six-game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. It’s far less severe than what some recent reports were suggesting — that it could be a year-long suspension for Watson. Either way, a six-game absence forces Cleveland to rely on Jacoby Brissett as its starter for the first part of the 2022 season.
Wide receiver depth chart behind Amari Cooper
Cleveland’s decision to trade for Cooper and his bloated contract was well received. The team gave up a mere late-round selection. With a history of success in Oakland and Big D, Cooper takes over as the Browns’ No. 1 receiver.
However, there’s a lot of question marks behind him following the release of Jarvis Landry. Donovan Peoples-Jones will likely start on the outside opposite Cooper. After that, it’s anyone’s best guess. Rookie David Bell will compete with Jakeem Grant, Ja’Marcus Bradley and Anthony Schwartz for playing time during camp.
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“They just said, ‘You’re going to be in the slot a little bit this year, so get adjusted to the playbook and make sure you know what to do and when to do it. I’m really just looking forward to the opportunity.”
Cleveland Browns David Bell during rookie minicamp
If Bell fails to impress during training camp, there’s a chance Cleveland kicks the tires on other options. It has been linked to the likes of veterans Will Fuller and Julio Jones.