Browns Draft Party Features Journey, Trade Pick

The Cleveland Browns hosted an exclusive NFL Draft party for season ticket holders at Huntington Bank Field, highlighted by a live concert from Journey, who were selected after the Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin were unavailable. The event served as a reward for fans' loyalty following a difficult 3-14 season. More than 25,000 attended the festivities, which occurred prior to the NFL Draft, though the Browns ultimately traded away their first-round pick. City officials implemented traffic and exit ramp closures downtown to accommodate the large crowds. Team surveys had ranked Journey among the top three favorite bands for Browns fans. This reflects a broader trend of NFL teams using major concerts to enhance draft events and increase fan engagement.