More on NFL

Ex-Cowboys Star Ridicules Aaron Rodgers’ Leadership Ability; Has No Confidence in the QB Ending Jets’ Super Bowl Drought

Chris Canty warns that Aaron Rodgers might be more of a ticking time bomb than a savior for the Jets. Can they handle the heat?
NFL: Miami Dolphins at New York Jets

Who Are Theo Benedet’s Parents? Meet Trevor and Janine Benedet, NFL Tackle’s Parents With Legal Background

Chicago Bear rookie OT Theo Benedet's parents constantly supported him throughout his journey. Read everything about his family background.
es-hero-fallback-image

Deion Sanders’ “Two-Way” Claim on Travis Hunter Faces Major Pushback in Latest NFL Scouting Analysis

Travis Hunter, a WR/CB for Colorado, faces NFL scouting doubts, challenging Deion Sanders’ belief in his two-way potential.
Deion Sanders and Travis Hunter

Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel Trolls Himself Again for His Height Despite the Joke Falling Flat Previously

Mike McDaniel attended a press conference on August 7 and began the talk with a light note, saying, "I'm concerned about the first question."
NFL: Miami Dolphins Minicamp

Despite Jayden Daniels’ Confidence, Dan Quinn Reveals One Hurdle to Commanders Rookie QB Becoming an NFL Great

Will Dan Quinn be able to help Jayden Daniels become the face of the Washington Commanders revolution kickstarting next season?
NFL: NFL Draft

After Injury Criticism, Joe Burrow Has ‘Opened Up More’ Ahead of NFL Return, Says Bengals TE Mike Gesicki

Newly signed TE Mike Gesicki shares insight on the Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow opening up more after a major injury setback last season
NFL: Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens

Facing Steelers’ $25M Rejection, Justin Fields Was Offered $400K Cash & Mercedes by Ohio State to Leave Georgia Bulldogs

Justin Fields was so hot that Ohio State offered him big cash and cars to leave Georgia. With a $3.2M cap hit, will the Steelers extend him?
Heisman Trophy Presentation

Jerry Jones’ Cowboys Given 34-Day Warning as 2X Super Bowl Champ Issues Worrying Dak Prescott Update

Can Jerry Jones sign Dak Prescott amid a 34-day warning issued by a Super Bowl champion or the Dallas Cowboys QB leaves for free next season.
NFL: Cincinnati Bengals at Dallas Cowboys

Roger Goodell Silent on Jim Harbaugh’s Potential 4-Year NFL Ban as NCAA Suspension Casts Jim Tressel’s Déjà Vu for Chargers

Jim Harbaugh's suspension case by the NCAA is making headlines with many bringing Jim Tressel's 2011 case in picture. What will the NFL do?
Roger Goodell and Jim Harbaugh

Brandon Aiyuk Threatens Misery Over Kyle Shanahan’s Locker Room as John Lynch Desperate to Discard 49ers WR, Per NFL Analysts

Brandon Aiyuk might cause a dissent in the 49ers locker room soon enough. Is it better to trade him now than later?
Kyle Shanahan and Brandon Aiyuk

Escaping ‘Pits of Hell’ at 19, Patrick Mahomes Sr’s Ex-GF Celebrates Sobriety Milestone Following Chiefs QB’s Dad

Patrick Mahomes' dad Patrick Mahomes Sr., achieved an incredible milestone, years after his former girlfriend did. Read the story to know more
Patrick Mahomes Sr. and Patrick Mahomes Jr

Branson Robinson Under Intense Pressure to Guard Carson Beck as Major Weapon Meets Rara Thomas Fate

Georgia HC Kirby Smart lands in trouble as he loses out on one of his weapons Smael Modon, and now counts only on Branson Robinson
Branson Robinson, Carson Beck

About NFL

NFL

History

In August 1920, representatives from four states: Akron, Canton, Cleveland, and Dayton, held a meeting and formed the American Professional Football Conference (APFC) to improve footballing standards in the country. A month later, they formed the American Professional Football Association (APFA) and played a league with 14 teams. In 1922, they changed the name to the National Football League (NFL).

In 1960, a new professional league, the American Football League (AFL) started as a competition against the NFL. After six years, in 1966, the two leagues announced a merger that would take effect in 1970. During the four years between the announcement and the actual merger, the leagues started playing a Championship game which was called The Super Bowl. Since then, the two leagues have been recognized as two separate conferences within the same league, the NFL.

Participating teams

There are 32 teams in the NFL divided equally into two conferences: National Football Conference (NFC) and the American Football Conference (AFC). Each conference is further divided into 4 divisions: East, North, South, and West, with each division containing four teams.

American Football Conference (AFC)

East

NorthSouthWestNational Football Conference (NFC)NorthSouthWest