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Christian McCaffrey’s 4-Word Reaction to Wife Olivia’s Huge Personal Announcement Before 49ers Season

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Tom Brady Sends Emotional Message to Son After 18-YO’s Physical Change Sparks Attention

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Tom Brady with son Jack

Aaron Rodgers to Make Steelers Finally Give Up as Mike Tomlin Faces Tough QB Decision

Take a look at how Aaron Rodgers and the offensive coordinator Arthur Smith will blend different philosophies entering the 2025 season.
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Malik Willis Adds to Jordan Love’s Concerns After Packers QB Failed Against Seahawks

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Micah Parsons Sends Cryptic Message After Jerry Jones’ Strong Accusation on Cowboys Contract Drama

With no end in sight for Micah Parsons' contract dispute, tensions keep mounting as both sides continue to fire shots at each other.
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Jaxson Dart Leads Prayers For TJ Moore After Giants Rookie’s Injury Against Patriots

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Dan Quinn Announces Brian Robinson Decision After Huge Terry McLaurin News For Commanders

Washington Commanders reshape offense as Dan Quinn decides Brian Robinson Jr's future after Terry McLaurin’s latest action hits headlines.
Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions

Jim Harbaugh to Cut Ties With QB as Chargers Announce Decision on Justin Herbert – Report

With the preseason finale looms, Jim Harbaugh is expected to make a bold decision for Justin Herbert's backup quarterback.
Jim Harbaugh and Justin Herbert

Jauan Jennings Quietly Making Big Contract Move After John Lynch Cleared Stance on 49ers WR’s Future

Jauan Jennings is using a calf injury as leverage for a new contract while John Lynch signals patience but expects the WR's return soon.
NFL, American Football Herren, USA San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks Oct 10, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San F

Mike Vrabel Announces 14 Exits in a Major Roster Cut For Patriots Just Before Deadline

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Cowboys News: Micah Parsons’ Team Stayed Ahead of Jerry Jones With Calculated Moves

Defensive End Micah Parsons is assumed to be way ahead of Jerry Jones and the Cowboys with his calculated moves.
Micah Parsons, Jerry Jones

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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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