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(Entrepreneur) Arthur Bertram Modell was an American businessman and NFL team owner known for owning the Cleveland Browns franchise for 35 years before establishing the Baltimore Ravens franchise, which he owned for eight years. Initially popular for promoting the NFL and community involvement, Modell faced controversy for actions like firing Paul Brown and relocating the Browns to Baltimore. While praised in Baltimore for bringing football back to the city, Modell remains a controversial figure in Cleveland for his decision-making surrounding the team and stadium.