CHICAGO — The odds looked as if they were stacked against Dick Jauron and the Chicago Bears in 2001.

The Browns say they’re still looking for $1.2 billion in public financing for Brook Park – and they haven’t given up on convincing the state and Cuyahoga County to issue bonds to bridge that gap.

The Haslams are seeking $600M from the state, and $600M from local governments to “match their commitment” of $1.2B on the 65 ...