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Giants 2024 Opponent Report: Cleveland Browns, Week 3
The why is self-explanatory, and you’re well-versed in the where and when at this point in time. With the NFL calendar engaged in rare doldrums and most moves made and archived, it’s time to consider the who from a New York Giants perspective.
Giants On SI begins its look at the Giants’ upcoming adversaries in the 2024 season. Catch up with each team’s moves, where they stand, and, most importantly, how to beat them.
Who: Cleveland Browns
When: Week 3, Sunday, Sept. 22 (1 p.m. ET, Fox)
Where: Cleveland Browns Stadium, Cleveland, OH
Series History: CLE leads series 28-22-2 (Last: 20-6 CLE, 12/2020)
After several false starts, the Browns seem ready to embark on a journey that changes the perception of Cleveland football on a sustainable basis. Their fortunes seemed cooked when both Nick Chubb and Deshaun Watson went down with season-ending injuries but the team staged a playoff push with Joe Flacco under center before running into a similarly upbeat Houston Texans group in the AFC’s opening round.
That perhaps provides the most prominent example of sustainable hope on the Cuyahoga River in an era defined by a polarizing contract for Watson. With his legal woes hanging over his every move, Watson has played only 12 under his current deal, his Cleveland career interrupted by injuries and a suspension.
Watson has lacked the trademark brand of firepower he had in Houston, posting a mere 81.7 passer rating in that fateful dozen. Before Watson was lost, Cleveland also had to make due without Nick Chubb, who didn’t last a full two games.
The Browns remembered to keep the understudy options in both categories well-stocked: Flacco moved on but the Browns added Tyler Huntley and Jameis Winston, who established themselves as reliable backups in Baltimore and New Orleans respectively.
Top rusher Jerome Ford (1,132 yards and nine scores combined) is back while D’Onta Foreman and Nyheim Hines come aboard. Cleveland will hope that a familiar offensive line, anchored by Joel Bitonio, will keep them all well-protected.
In terms of weaponry, a resurgent Amari Cooper will continue to be dangerous in a contract year while the continued talents of reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett speak for themselves.
Under the watch of Garrett and former divisional adversary Jim Schwartz, the Browns’ pass rush kept them afloat defensively: Garrett and Za’Darius Smith ranked in the top 10 in quarterback knockdowns and the team as a whole placed similarly in both knockdown and pressure rate.
Who’s In: LB Devin Bush (FA-SEA), RB D’Onta Foreman (FA-CHI), CB Justin Hardee (FA-NYJ), LB Jordan Hicks (FA-MIN), RB Nyheim Hines (FA-BUF), WR Jerry Jeudy (Trade-DEN), QB Jameis Winston (FA-NO)
Who’s Out: LB Matthew Adams (FA-NYG), QB Joe Flacco (FA-IND), CB Mike Ford (FA-IND), LB Sione Takitaki (FA-NE), LB Anthony Walker (FA-MIA)
Everyone is well-versed in the “Greatest Game Ever Played” from 1958, the epic Yankee Stadium showdown between the Giants and Baltimore Colts. While the Giants lost the game that changed the course of NFL history, they only made it that far thanks to two epic victories over the Browns.
With the teams vying for the right to face Baltimore, the Giants first took a regular season finale 13-10, a comeback victory featuring Bob Schnelker’s touchdown grab from Frank Gifford and a 49-yard field goal from Pat Summerall, one of the longest in NFL history at the time.
Despite the Giants winning both sets of the season series, a tiebreaking playoff was staged the following week to officially determine the championship combatant. Buoyed by a sterling defensive effort (316-87 in yardage,17-7 in first downs, two interceptions for Lindon Crowe and one for Sam Huff), the Giants needed only a Summerall field goal and a Charlie Conerly rushing score to nab a 10-0 victory.
Stoop For Coop
Cooper has found his way back after falling out of Dallas’ receiving rotation, amassing 2,410 yards since painting his helmet orange in 2022 (eighth-best in the league in that span). Even at his relatively advanced age (having turned 30 in June), Cooper will undoubtedly field his share of suitors if and when he hits the market next year.
With that in mind, the Browns have packed themselves with prospects for a potentially Cooper-free setting: Jerry Jeudy has come over from Denver in an attempt to reclaim the narrative of his NFL career the same way Elijah Moore did after falling out of the New York Jets’ favor. Mid-round draft picks like David Bell and Cedric Tillman could also be called upon to step up.
In short, the more the Giants’ developing secondary can bottle up Cooper and force Watson (or Winston or Huntley to rely on mere veteran potential) in an early test, the better. Over the past two seasons, the Browns are 3-7 when Cooper is targeted at least 10 times.
Go the Extra Myles
Sometimes the obvious solution is the best solution: dedicated to placing Daniel Jones under center, the Giants have to do their utmost to protect him.
Keeping Garrett out of the backfield will also be an early test for the Giants’ outside blocking. Evan Neal and Andrew Thomas have been reliable enough on the edge but the tight ends (will Theo Johnson be back by September?) could show how valuable they are beyond the box score.
One of the niche stats buried in Cleveland’s ledgers is how quickly they got their defense off the field: average opposing possessions lasted a mere 2:07 and less than five plays, both tops in the league. If the Giants can get their post-Saquon Barkley rushing attack rolling early on, they could pick up some early upset wins and tire out a Cleveland group that makes its living through backfield invasions (as well as neutralize a homegrown secondary headlined by Grant Delpit and Denzel Ward).
Published on Mar. 11, 2026
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A series of social media posts from a cryptid-focused podcast has ignited speculation about widespread Bigfoot sightings in northeast Ohio, with enthusiasts pointing to what they describe as a concentrated burst of activity in the Mantua and Garrettsville areas southeast of Cleveland. The Bigfoot Society, a podcast and online community, says it has received six separate reports of alleged Bigfoot encounters between March 6 and March 10 in wooded areas in the region.
Why it matters
Bigfoot sightings are relatively common across the United States, but a cluster of multiple reported encounters in a small geographic area over a short period is considered unusual and potentially indicative of increased cryptid activity. The reports have generated excitement within the Bigfoot research community, which is eager to investigate further and potentially uncover new evidence of the elusive creature’s existence.
The details
According to the Bigfoot Society, the reported encounters include alleged sightings of a nine-foot-tall, brown-haired Sasquatch, as well as other details about the creature’s appearance and behavior. However, the group has not released any photographs, video, or independently verified physical evidence to corroborate the claims. Nonetheless, the podcast host described the cluster of sightings as a possible “flap” event, a term used in cryptozoology to refer to multiple sightings within a short time span.
- The reported sightings occurred between March 6 and March 10, 2026.
- The Bigfoot Society received the six separate reports during this four-day period.
The players
The Bigfoot Society
A podcast and online community dedicated to collecting eyewitness accounts of Sasquatch encounters.
Jeremiah Byron
The host of the Bigfoot Society Podcast, who spoke to Fox 8 about the reported sightings.
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What they’re saying
“It’s normal for there to be Bigfoot sightings all over the United States, but it’s not normal to have multiple sightings in a small area within a short number of days.”
— Jeremiah Byron, Host, Bigfoot Society Podcast (Fox 8)
“So, if you’re in this area, keep your eyes open and maybe your doors locked because there could be a Bigfoot in the same general vicinity.”
— Bigfoot Society Poster (Bigfoot Society)
What’s next
The Bigfoot Society has urged residents in Portage County to remain vigilant and report any additional sightings or evidence to the group. The podcast host indicated that the community is eager to investigate the reports further and potentially uncover new evidence of Bigfoot’s existence.
The takeaway
While Bigfoot sightings are not uncommon across the United States, the cluster of reports in northeast Ohio has sparked significant interest and speculation within the cryptid research community. The lack of verifiable evidence, however, means that the alleged encounters remain unconfirmed, and the true nature of the activity in the region remains uncertain.
Cleveland, OH
Ohio’s Asphalt Paving Industry at an Inflection Point: What Cleveland Commercial Property Owners Need to Know in 2025-2026
Empire Paving: Asphalt Paving Contractors in Cleveland, OH
Ohio’s asphalt paving industry is undergoing a significant structural shift driven by $14 billion in federal infrastructure funding through the IIJA, aging pavement across Northeast Ohio’s commercial corridors, and rising demand for integrated pavement management over one-time new construction. For Cleveland-area commercial and industrial property owners, this convergence of public investment, climate-driven wear, and evolving contractor capabilities creates both urgency and opportunity.
CLEVELAND, OHIO – The asphalt paving industry in Northeast Ohio is entering a pivotal period of transformation, driven by federal infrastructure dollars, aging commercial pavement, and the region’s punishing freeze-thaw climate. For commercial property owners, facility managers, and HOAs throughout the Cleveland metro area, these trends directly inform decisions about when to pave, whether to repair or replace, and how to select the right contractor.
Historic Infrastructure Investment
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is channeling an estimated $14 billion into Ohio, including $9.7 billion for roads and bridges. In Northeast Ohio alone, ODOT announced over $1.7 billion across 248 projects. Ohio voters further reinforced this in May 2025, approving $2.5 billion in general obligation bonds for infrastructure. For commercial property owners, improved surrounding roads make neglected private parking lots more conspicuous – and more costly to ignore.
Ohio’s Infrastructure Report Card Signals Urgency
The ASCE issued Ohio an overall grade of C- in its 2025 Infrastructure Report Card. NOACA confirmed that 76% of its 2024-2027 roadway funding is dedicated to system preservation – a clear signal that the region’s pavement stock needs rehabilitation. Privately owned parking lots and access drives, many built during Ohio’s industrial peak, are likely in comparable or worse condition.
The Shift to Integrated Pavement Management
Pure “paving-only” revenue among the top 50 U.S. contractors declined approximately 24% from its 2023 peak, even as total revenues climbed 18%. Property owners increasingly seek contractors offering integrated services – milling, resurfacing, drainage repair, sealcoating, and long-term maintenance planning – not just new installation.
Freeze-Thaw Climate Creates a Compounding Crisis
Cleveland’s repeated freeze-thaw cycles fracture pavement from within, saturate subbases, and accelerate structural failure. Well-maintained asphalt can last 20-30 years; neglected pavement often requires full replacement in 10-15. Replacement costs can run up to seven times that of a proactive maintenance program.
In-House Crews Separate Winners from the Rest
Contractors with in-house crews and integrated capabilities outperform subcontracting-dependent firms on scheduling, quality control, and accountability – all critical on active commercial and industrial sites.
Empire Paving has delivered commercial asphalt paving, concrete construction, drainage solutions, and pavement maintenance across Northeast Ohio for over 20 years from its Cleveland headquarters. Learn more at https://www.empirepaving.biz/cuyahoga-county/cleveland-oh/ or call (216) 581-1000.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers were crowned NBA champions for the first time in their franchise’s history ten years ago. The 2016 NBA Finals seems like it was just yesterday.
The memories of LeBron James pouncing on a vulnerable Andre Iguodala to swat away his layup attempt is still fresh in the memory of Cavs fans watching at the time.
Kyrie Irving’s stepback three-point shot over Stephen Curry is a moment in time that will be replayed in NBA documentaries and compilations for decades to come. This period of time was truly a magical time for the city of Cleveland and the state of Ohio.
The city had never experienced anything similar to what the 2016 Cavs did for Cleveland. The star duo of Mark Price and Brad Daugherty from the late 1980s and early 1990s got far into the playoffs routinely, but never into the NBA Finals, largely because of Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls.
The Cavaliers toppled the mighty record-breaking 73-win Golden State Warriors in 2016 and now the organization is keeping that memory alive in a huge way.
A professional-sized basketball court
Plans to advance development of “Meet Me Here” Park went through City of Cleveland this past Friday. Developers are speeding up plans to revamp the park in order to have it ready by the 10th anniversary of the championship victory later this summer.
The #Cavs have unveiled development plans for a space on the corner of E 4th St. and Huron Rd. to commemorate the Cavs 2016 NBA Championship.
The project will feature a professional-size basketball court, seating, active greenspace and artwork. pic.twitter.com/aRwPLnwGjA
— Camryn Justice (@camijustice) March 10, 2026
The space where this development will be built is in Downtown Cleveland. A NBA-sized basketball court will dominate the space, but benches for spectators and artwork is slated to be included as well. The design of the court will be based on the 2016 NBA championship victory. There’s room for additional mobile hoops to be inserted for specific community events.
The space is temporary and has room to grow
The current plans unveiled last Friday are set to be a temporary solution due to the 10th anniversary approaching. There could be more grand plans to revamp the surrounding area beyond the one professional-sized basketball court. The current space will feature grass areas, trees, and a fence to block basketball from wildly rolling into the street.
A nearby parking garage will also hang a banner with LeBron James famous “Cleveland, this is for you” quote after winning game seven of the 2016 NBA Finals.
This development is one of many recent advancements geared toward building up the surrounding areas of Rocket Arena. A riverfront park that supports residences is being developed near Rocket Arena.
The Cavaliers are opening a brand new practice, training, and sports medicine facility in 2027 called the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center. On top of these developments and the new basketball court, a riverfront amphitheater fit to seat about 6,200 people is set to open around 2028. Cleveland is developing right before the eyes of nearby residents and it’s the consistent success of the Cavaliers that have contributed heavily to these possibilities.
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