2004 Cleveland Browns season
The 2004 Cleveland Browns season was the team's 56th season and 52nd with the National Football League. The Browns were looking to improve on their 5–11 record from 2003 and return to their 2002 playoff position; however, hindered by a tough schedule they regressed further and only won four games. On November 30, Butch Davis resigned as head coach and general manager of the team. He was succeeded by offensive coordinator Terry Robiskie. Robiskie promoted tight end coach Rob Chudzinski to offensive coordinator.
| 2004 Cleveland Browns season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Butch Davis (3–8 record) Terry Robiskie (1–4 record) (interim) |
| Offensive coordinator | Terry Robiskie |
| Defensive coordinator | Dave Campo |
| Home field | Cleveland Browns Stadium |
| Local radio | WTAM · WMMS |
| Results | |
| Record | 4–12 |
| Division place | 4th AFC North |
| Playoff finish | Did not qualify |
| Pro Bowlers | None |
On September 12, the Browns defeated the Baltimore Ravens, 20–3, marking the team's only Week 1 win since returning to the NFL in 1999 until they defeated the Carolina Panthers in 2022, 26–24. In the 24 seasons since the Browns returned to the league, the Browns opening week record is 3–20–1.