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Kevin O’Connell Confirms Stance on Benching Carson Wentz & Shares J.J. McCarthy Injury Update

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell opened up about J.J. McCarthy's timeline after the team lost to the Los Angeles Chargers
NFL: Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears

Kevin O’Connell Confirms Who to Blame After Carson Wentz Smashes Helmet in Vikings Loss

Kevin O’Connell reveals who to blame after the Vikings’ tough loss as Carson Wentz’s helmet-smashing moment sparks postgame criticism.
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Vikings Extend 4-Game Losing Streak as Carson Wentz’s Struggles Headlines Key Takeaways from TNF vs Chargers

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Tua Tagovailoa Receives Strong Words From Rival After Tyreek Hill Clears Stance on Dolphins QB

Tua Tagovailoa’s season continues to draw attention as the Falcons player opened up about him, amid Dolphins’ next game.
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Saints Veteran’s Declaration for Baker Mayfield After Kellen Moore Addressed Dirty Play Accusation

Saints veteran responds to Baker Mayfield’s “dirty play” claim as tensions rise before the Buccaneers-Saints Week 8 clash.
NFL: NFC Wild Card Round-Washington Commanders at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Andy Reid Drops Chiefs’ Triple Injury Update as Patrick Mahomes Delivers Strong Endorsement for Roster Changes

Here's what Andy Reid has to say about the injuries update, followed by Patrick Mahomes faithful message to the roster developments.
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NFL Forces Al Michaels to Change Broadcasting Mistake in Vikings vs Chargers

Al Michaels claims the NFL forced him to rectify his 'mistake' about Will Reichard's field goal controversy in week 5.
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Liam Coen Shoulders Blame as Jaguars Look to Recharge During Bye Week

Jacksonville Jaguars HC Liam Coen takes the blame for the week 7 loss, while the players are resting in the bye week.
NFL: Jacksonville Jaguars Training Camp

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott Makes Fiery Statement Ahead of Week 8 Showdown Against Broncos

Dak Prescott is excited for the much antipated game against the Denver Broncos as he looks to personal and team's worst record.
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Micah Parsons Lists Major Aaron Rodgers Concerns After Steelers QB Denies Revenge Game Storyline

Micah Parsons opens up on defending against Aaron Rodgers while the quarterback dismisses the revenge arc vs the Packers.
NFL: Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers

Tyreek Hill Makes Feelings Clear on Dolphins Coaches Amid Mike McDaniel Firing Update

Tyreek Hill shared positive take on the Miami Dolphins' future, while the talk around Mike McDaniel's future is getting intense.
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Travis Kelce’s High School Coach Shares Taylor Swift’s Request Amid Wedding Update

Travis Kelce's high scool coach opens up on his meeting with Taylor Swift as the couple make progress on the wedding front.
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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.

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