In some accounts there is confusion over the history of the Baltimore Ravens. This is due to the unusual and unprecedented actions taken by the city of Cleveland? and the National Football League following the relocation of the Cleveland Browns to Baltimore? in 1996. The deal made between these two parties stipulates that the team name, colors, and history of the franchise were to remain in Cleveland?. For that reason, past records and [Hall of Fame]? players are attributed to the Cleveland Browns and not to the Baltimore Ravens. See the Franchise History entry for the Cleveland Browns for full details of the move.
The Baltimore Ravens first season was in 1998 after owner [Art Modell]? relocated the Cleveland Browns to Baltimore? in 1996. The Ravens won Super Bowl XXXV in January, 2001.
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