PHOTOS: Fans return to Muni Lot ahead of Cleveland Browns' home opener at FirstEnergy Stadium

CLEVELAND — The Dawg Pound is back in Cleveland! 

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Fans came out bright and early ahead of the Cleveland Browns' home opener against the New York Jets. 

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3News’ Kierra Cotton caught up with fans to see some of the sights and sounds from the Muni Lot on Sunday morning. 

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You can view images of Cleveland fans tailgating at the Muni Lot in the gallery below:

For some fans, getting a spot in the Muni Lot meant waiting overnight for the parking lot to open up at 5 a.m. on Sunday. 

Tailgaters gave 3News' Emma Henderson some tips and tricks ahead of game day as they waited in line for the perfect spot in the Muni Lot. 

As fans gather ahead of the Browns’ Week 2 contest, many are still celebrating last week’s 26-24 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Last week’s win also marked the first season-opening win since 2004 for the Browns. 

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Stay with 3News throughout the Cleveland Browns’ game for continuous coverage. 

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