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“It’s Not a QB Award”: Eagles Superstar on Heisman Winner Fernando Mendoza, Names His True Pick

Eagles WR and Heisman winner DeVonta Smith reveals his choice for the 2025 Heisman Trophy winner after Fernando Mendoza's win.
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Jon Gruden Dishes Strong Take On Philip Rivers Saving Shane Steichen’s Colts Amid Dwindling Playoff Hopes

Jon Gruden dropped a bold take on NFL legend Philip Rivers possibly helping Shane Steichen’s Colts as playoff hopes fade and pressure mounts.
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NFL Announces Final Punishment Decision for Patrick Mahomes Incident Against Texans

NFL announces final verdict on the Patrick Mahomes incident in week 14 matchup between the Chiefs and Texans.
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Mike McDaniel Makes Significant Dolphins Decision Before MNF Game vs Steelers

Mike McDaniel alters Dolphins’ preparation for frigid Steelers matchup, as cold-weather concerns and familiar reunions shape MNF clash.
NFL: Chicago Bears Training Camp

Joey Porter Sr’s Kids & Wife Abandoned Him Because of Dolphins’ Struggles After Steelers Cut Ties With LB

Joey Porter Sr. opens up on family pain, Dolphins losses, and how leaving Pittsburgh triggered the toughest chapter of his NFL career.
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Andy Reid Forced to Make Last Minute Signing Before Chargers Game Amid Trey Smith’s Injury

Andy Reid updates Chiefs fans on Trey Smith’s ankle injury as Kansas City faces mounting pressure ahead of a critical clash.
NFL: Kansas City Chiefs at New York Giants

NFL Announces Punishment For Jared Goff Incident After Verdict on Cowboys Star

NFL announces punishment decision for Jared Goff incident in Week 14’s matchup between the Cowboys and Lions.
NFL: Pro Bowl Games-NFC Practice

NFL Announces Punishment for Shedeur Sanders Incident

NFL fines Tennessee Titans linebacker Jihad Ward after controversial hit on rookie quarterback Shedeur Sander.
NFL: Cleveland Browns at Las Vegas Raiders

Andy Reid Gives Up on Isiah Pacheco as Chiefs Identify 2,882-Yard Target in NFL Draft 2026

Head coach Andy Reid may move on from Isiah Pacheco, with a 2,882-yard college star emerging as a top 2026 NFL Draft target.
NFL: Kansas City Chiefs at Arizona Cardinals

NFL Announces Punishment Decision on Rashee Rice Incident

NFL announces punishment decision on the hit Chiefs wideout Rashee Rice took in last week's loss to the Houston Texans.
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Jalen Ramsey’s Strong Tua Tagovailoa Warning After Jonnu Smith Downplays Dolphins Game

Jalen Ramsey warns the Steelers not to underestimate Tua Tagovailoa, while former Dolphin Jonnu Smith downplays emotions.
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Update Announced on Josh Allen’s Bills Staying Near Brown University Amid Tragic Incident

Important news come out about the safety of Josh Allen and his teammates as Brown University hit by shocking incident.
NFL: Kansas City Chiefs at Buffalo Bills

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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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