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Vikings Insider Confirms J.J. McCarthy’s Return Timeline as Kevin O’Connell Announces Injured QB’s New Role

As per reports J.J. McCarthy is the Minnesota Vikings' emergency QB3 for Week 7, He will completely heal by week 9 and return.
NFL: Atlanta Falcons at Minnesota Vikings

Chiefs vs. Raiders: Bold Predictions as Rashee Rice and Ashton Jeanty Drive Key Storylines For Week 7 Matchup

The Kansas City Chiefs look to get above .500 for the first time this season while the Las Vegas Raides will look to pull off a big upset.
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Eagles’ Kelee Ringo Makes Drastic Decision After Vic Fangio Announces Plans to Bench CB Against Vikings

Eagles CB Kelee Ringo makes a bold move after Vic Fangio plans to bench him vs. Vikings, signaling a fresh start amid trade rumors.
NFL: NFC Wild Card Round-Green Bay Packers at Philadelphia Eagles

Dolphins Are Already Looking Beyond Tua Tagovailoa After Deciding Mike McDaniel’s Fate

The Dolphins are hunting for new talent, throwing Tua Tagovailoa's future in doubt, could Mike McDaniel face a similar road as well?
NFL: Miami Dolphins at Buffalo Bills

Former QB Makes Final Decision on Jets Coaching Job as Aaron Glenn Gives In to Justin Fields

Aaron Glenn has faith; Justin Fields has a plan for Week 7 and beyond, but if nothing works, could an NFL legend swoop in to save the Jets?
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Sean Payton’s Next QB Decision Revealed After Broncos Release Sam Ehlinger for Dre Greenlaw

Sam Ehlinger was released by Broncos to make room for Dre Greenlaw. But now, Broncos have made some new changes in their QB room.
NFL: Arizona Cardinals at Denver Broncos

$400K on the Line as Mac Jones Faces Hard-Hitting Falcons Test Despite Brock Purdy’s Return

Mac Jones eyes a $400K bonus as he leads the 49ers against a tough Falcons defense, with Purdy nearing return.
NFL: Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers

Brittany Mahomes Reacts as Fred Warner & Wife Sydney Announce New Addition to Family

Fred Warner’s season may be over, but his spirit remains strong. Brittany Mahomes reacts as the 49ers star and wife Sydney reveal big news.
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Shohei Ohtani Emerges as Tom Brady’s Legacy Challenger After NLCS Heroics Spark Crazy Comparison

Shohei Ohtani’s clutch NLCS performance has drawn wild comparisons to Tom Brady, positioning him as a true legacy challenger.
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Andy Reid Clears Stance on Travis Kelce and Co. After Chiefs TE’s Announcement Away From NFL

Andy Reid shares his thoughts on the Chiefs stars navigating spotlight, while Travis Kelce latest off-field win has the crowds buzzing.
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Commanders’ Top Target Trouble Mounts With Terry McLaurin Setback Ahead of Divisional Clash vs. Cowboys

Washington Commanders look for options as Terry McLaurin still dealing with injury before the Cowboys matchup.
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Chiefs Face Stern Prep Message From Pete Carroll Despite Andy Reid’s Reunited WR Corps Ahead of Sunday Clash

Raiders' head coach Pete Carroll gives Andy Reid a stern warning before the AFC West showdown as Chiefs' receiving corps reunite.
NFL: Las Vegas Raiders-Ashton Jeanty Press Conference

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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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