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After Making Bills a Playoff Contender, Josh Allen Called ‘Reckless’ Post NFL Executives’ Overrated Claims by Chris Broussard

Josh Allen is facing a lot of heavy scrutiny these days. After the "overrated" remarks, the Bills quarterback is now being called "reckless."

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“Needs It Bad”: Retired Rob Gronkowski’s Brother Delivers Reality Check on Ravens RB’s $240,000 Body Investment

Robert Gronkowski’s brother Gordie Gronkowski Jr. served a wake-up call to Baltimore Ravens RB Derrick Henry’s $240,000 body upgrade.

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“You Are a Phony”: Aaron Rodgers Condemned as Jets Reporter Demands ‘Accountability’ After Pointing Out QB’s Hypocrisy Post Egypt Getaway

"Phony" Aaron Rodgers faces backlash from a Jets reporter demanding 'accountability' after highlighting hypocrisy following his getaway.

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Joe Biden’s ‘Sick’ Response to Cooper DeJean’s Punt Leaves Eagles CB Disheartened

Philadelphia Eagles’ rookie CB Cooper DeJean is reminded of last season's punt return heartbreak against Minnesota.

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Honored by Ciara, Platinum Artist Expresses Gratitude to Russell Wilson’s Wife for Tribute During ESPY Live Performance

Ciara Wilson is the R&B Queen as she made sure to pay a hearty tribute to the 57-year-old DJ at the ESPY; he could not hold back his emotions

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“Soon to Be in NFL”: Russell Wilson Declares as Son Future Throws Football to Ex-Seahawks Teammate’s Kid

Russell Wilson declares his son "soon to be in the NFL" as Future Zahir throws a football to the Quarterback's ex-Seahawks teammate’s kid.

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Rob Gronkowski’s Millionaire Girlfriend Shows Off Sizzling New Look for €2 Billion Company’s High-Profile Event

Rob Gronkowski's model girlfriend Camille Kostek stuns in pre-event pictures for her jewelry line's meet-and-greet on July 19.

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“What’s Tom Brady’s Son Name?”: Bronny James Suffers the Brunt of LeBron Ranking Over TB12 as NFL Experts Rip ESPN’s Top-100 Athletes

Former NFL star justifies ESPN ranking LeBron James above 7X Super Bowl champ Tom Brady with unusual Bronny James argument

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Minnesota Vikings Plan to Apply Patrick Mahomes’ Formula for $21.85 Million J.J. McCarthy

Minnesota Vikings whip up a great plan to expose J.J. McCarthy to the same path as Kansas City Chiefs’ QB giant Patrick Mahomes.

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NFL Veteran Gets Emotional Over Rising Superstar Sean Kingston and Mother’s 20-Year Punishment Risk

'Nightcap' host Chad Johnson shares his honest reaction to the news of rapper Sean Kingston and his mother getting indicted.

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“Destroy Everybody”: Patrick Mahomes Warned Against ‘Failure’ as Nick Wright Sets the Bar for Chiefs With Championship Expectations

Nick Wright warns Patrick Mahomes against 'failure,' setting championship expectations for the Chiefs with a mandate to "destroy everybody."

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“Still Stronger Than You”: Russell Wilson’s Brother Mocks QB’s Training Camp Picture After Welcoming ‘New Era’ With Steelers

Russell Wilson has started preparing for the 2024 season with Pittsburgh Steellers but his elder brother made a hilarious comment on him

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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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