The stadium is named after former Tiger and noted football head coach, Paul Brown.

[1][2][3][4] Originally named Tiger Stadium, its construction was completed in 1939 through the Works Progress Administration program.

The stadium also hosts the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame drum and bugle corps competition.

Paul Brown Tiger Stadium[5] is listed as a historical site of significance by the State of Ohio.

[citation needed] The Paul L. David Athletic Training Center located next to Paul Brown Tiger Stadium was built in 2008 by local philanthropist Jeff David in honor of his late father as part of what was known as the D.R.E.A.M.