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Why are Cincinnati Bengals?
Professional football returned to Cincinnati in 1967. Paul Brown, former coach of the Cleveland Browns, received authorization from a modern American Football League to create a team in Cincinnati. Brown chose the name Bengals to memorialize the teams of the same name that had represented Cincinnati in the past.
Where did the Cincinnati Bengals name come from?
Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati Bengals/Locations
When did Cincinnati Bengals originate?
May 24, 1967
Cincinnati Bengals/Founded
Who founded the Cincinnati Bengals?
Paul Brown
Cincinnati Bengals/Founders
But that’s not why Paul Brown, founder of the Cincinnati Bengals, decided on this fierce kitty as his team’s name. In fact, the Bengals were not Brown’s first rodeo in professional football. As his last name might give away, he was the founder of the Cleveland Browns. Yep, he named them after himself.
How many NFL teams does Ohio have?
NFL Teams by State
| State | # of Teams | NFL Teams |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | Philadelphia Eagles Pittsburgh Steelers |
| Ohio | 2 | Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns |
| Maryland | 2 | Baltimore Ravens Washington Football Team |
| Wisconsin | 1 | Green Bay Packers |
What city do the Colts play in?
Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Colts/Locations
Are the Cleveland Browns an expansion team?
The Cleveland Browns had spent three years with its operations suspended after Art Modell had relocated the Browns’ organization and players to Baltimore, Maryland to form the Baltimore Ravens at the end of the 1995 NFL season….
| 1999 NFL expansion draft | |
|---|---|
| Expansion season | 1999 |
| 2002 → |
What NFL teams play in Ohio?
NFL Teams by State
| State | # of Teams | NFL Teams |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns |
| Maryland | 2 | Baltimore Ravens Washington Football Team |
| Wisconsin | 1 | Green Bay Packers |
| Washington | 1 | Seattle Seahawks |
Does Ohio have 2 teams?
Yes, one of only four states with more than one NFL team, Ohio is also home to the Cincinnati Bengals. Clad in tiger stripes, the Bengals are fierce in-state rivals with the Cleveland Browns, as they both compete in the rough and tough AFC North division.
What city is Lucas Oil Stadium in?
Indianapolis
Lucas Oil Stadium/City
Lucas Oil Stadium was officially opened to the public on Saturday, August 16th, 2008. The approximate cost of the building was $720 million – The stadium was financed with funds raised jointly by the State of Indiana and the City of Indianapolis in conjunction with the Indianapolis Colts.
What city are the Ravens from?
Baltimore, MD
Baltimore Ravens/Locations
Is Baltimore Ravens an expansion team?
The Ravens are officially regarded by the NFL as an expansion team that began play in 1996. The city of Cleveland demolished Cleveland Stadium beginning in late 1996 and built a new stadium on the same site.