The Cleveland Browns organization has been through a lot. Their fan base has equally been through a lot. There is a lot of history and not all of it is pleasing to recall especially for the older generation. The Browns franchise first came into existence in 1944 and was founded by Arthur McBride. Initially, the Browns were a good football team winning more times than losing. But after the AFL-NFL merger, things changed quickly and they turned into a mediocre team.
At the time McBride wanted to make the team stand out even more so he decided on introducing a mascot. While the team’s name was the ‘Browns’, there was no real mascot that could fit perfectly with the team name. For instance, the Philadelphia Eagles have an Eagle as a mascot which makes sense. Eventually, they settled on an Elf mascot named Brownie. However, the fans had mixed opinions regarding this mascot and thus Brownie started getting fazed out and eventually was no longer used.
Which Mascot did the Browns use after Brownie the Elf
When Brownie was discontinued as a mascot the team looked for other options to excite the crowd once again and to increase the popularity of the team once again. At this juncture in time, the franchise created the Dawg Pound concept and used various dog-related mascots such as Chomp to help with their marketing strategy.
The Chomp mascot became very popular amongst the team and the fans alike. He is much more pleasing to the eye and not scary looking, unlike Brownie. Plus, for a football franchise, it made much more sense to have a dog as their mascot rather than an elf.
Which Breed is Chomp
As per the Browns franchise, Chomp is a labrador. Labradors as a breed are well known for being friendly, and outgoing and make for great pets in the house. It is also one of the most loving and caring dog breeds.
Chom himself is a very friendly mascot who is always mingling with the fans. Posing backstage and on the field taking pictures with the crowd, enthralling them during the game itself and much more.
Why Chomps is one of the better mascots
The section of the Cleveland Browns stadium behind the end zone is famously known as the Dog Pound. Whenever the Browns have a big play the Dog Pound erupts in loud barks and cheers and leading the charge is none other than Chomps, their beloved mascot. He can be seen many times enjoying the Browns' success along with the fans which makes him a lovable companion.
Although there are various other dog mascots in sports, not many of them have received the same love and affection as the Browns have showered on Chomps. What he is good at is engaging the youth fans to a greater extent. Always one to give high fives and hugs, he also possesses a cuteness about himself that not many other dog mascots can boast of. Moreover, he has a warm smiling face and an attractive personality setting him apart from others.
FAQs
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A. Chomps, the lovable dog mascot of the Cleveland Browns is a labrador.
A. The Cleveland Browns dog mascot is called Chomps.
