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Jackson Arnold NIL: A Quick Look into the Deals of Oklahoma QB

The Oklahoma Sooner's QB, Jackson Arnold, made his major NIL deals with Crimson and Cream which is continued till date

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Aaron Rodgers Says He ‘Doesn’t Need to Play’ in the Preseason After Missing Minicamp With the Jets

Aaron Rodgers stirs up drama in NYC, claiming he doesn’t need preseason games. Former Jets coach Eric Mangini slams him for the move.

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“I’d Whip Him”: Bills’ Josh Allen Sent Warning as Dolphins DT Wants ‘All the Smoke’ Against AFC Rivals

Ahead of their game on September 12, Miami Dolphins DT Calais Campbell issued a warning to Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen

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Bill Belichick’s Former Aide Questions Patriots’ ‘CJ Stroud Approach’ as Drake Maye Fights for Top QB Spot

A former Belichick aide challenges Jerod Mayo’s strategy for Drake Maye, urging Patriots HC to take notes from Sean Payton's success.

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‘Selfish’ Russell Wilson Blamed for Broncos Break-Up, as Saints’ Demario Davis Reveals Key Factor That Put Off Sean Payton

Russell Wilson dubbed incompetitive by Sean Payton's former Linebacker DeMario Davis as QBs Denver and Seattle past takes precedence.

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Broncos Legend Explains How Bo Nix Is ‘Everything Russell Wilson Couldn’t Be for Sean Payton’ After Dazzling Debut

A Broncos legend reveals how Bo Nix’s stunning debut shows how he’s exactly what Russell Wilson failed to be under Sean Payton’s leadership.

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After Waiving Rookie QB, Jim Harbaugh Reveals Expectations From Justin Herbert & Co. During Chargers’ Preseason

Jim Harbaugh outlines his high expectations for Justin Herbert and the Chargers after waiving a rookie QB. What’s the plan for the preseason?

NFL: Los Angeles Chargers OTA

Who Is Jim Harbaugh’s Wife? All About Sarah Feuerborn Harbaugh and the Couple’s Relationship Timeline

A bizarre theory about Jim Harbaugh leaked when he joined the Los Angeles Chargers as HC. But what does it have to do with his wife Sarah?

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‘Fed Up’ of Jerry Jones, Mike McCarthy Given Slander Advice by Colin Cowherd Against Cowboys Owner and Dak Prescott

Mike McCarthy is reportedly fed up with Jerry Jones, as he himself awaits his contract extension. But Colin Cowherd has a plan for him!

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Sharing Tom Brady’s Picked-Off Memories, Patriots Legend’s Predictions Helped Rob Gronkowski Become the GOAT, Says Demario Davis

Demario Davis credits Tom Brady's interception experiences and a Patriots legend's predictions as key to Rob Gronkowski's GOAT status.

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Who are Alvin Kamara’ Parents? Meet Liberia Native Adama Kamara, His Mother

Meet Adama Kamara, Liberia native and mother of NFL star Alvin Kamara, who played a pivotal role in his upbringing.

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Who Are Kadarius Toney’s Parents? Meet Dana Toney and Angela Williams, NFL WR’s Parents With Military Background

A look into Kadarius Toney's parents' life and how his father Dana Toney got him through the adversities, thanks to some realistic lessons.

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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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