Browns to hold annual scrimmage in Columbus

The Cleveland Browns will host the “Orange & Brown Scrimmage” on Aug. 7 at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.

The late afternoon intrasquad scrimmage at the home of the Buckeyes will be free to fans.

“The intrasquad scrimmage is an important element of our preparation for the 2015 season,” Browns coach Mike Pettine in a release. “Ohio Stadium will provide a great atmosphere for our team to compete, and I’m confident our players and fans will enjoy the experience.”

Season-ticket holders will have the first opportunity to register for the free admission tickets during a special pre-sale June 16-19. All fans can reserve their tickets beginning June 20.

Last year the Browns’ annual scrimmage attracted 20,673 fans to InfoCision Stadium in Akron.