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Shilo Sanders’ Bankruptcy Case Advances as John Darjean Goes to Great Lengths to Prove Coach Prime’s Son Guilty

Shilo Sanders' bankruptcy case progresses as former security guard John Darjean tries to prove that Deion's son is guilty.

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Mecole Hardman Declared Hometown Hero With Special Honor After Taylor Swift Celebrated Patrick Mahomes’ WR’s Return

Mecole Hardman gets a warm welcome from Grammy singer Taylor Swift after the Chiefs ring ceremony and a special surprise from his home town.

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“This is Just Crazy”: Colorado Football’s ‘Governor’ Defends Deion Sanders Against ‘Forced’ Attendance Allegations at Lil Wayne Concert

CU Buffs governor Camden Dempsey minces no words in defending Deion Sanders from the brutal media attack regarding Lil Wayne concert. 

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“It’s Hard to Achieve”: Tom Brady Gets Brutally Honest on Caleb Williams’ Aspirations to Surpass the NFL Legend’s 7X Super Bowl Record

Tom Brady is skeptical about Chicago Bears’ rookie quarterback, Caleb Williams, breaking his seven-time Super Bowl record.

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Michael Wilson Fiancé: Meet Sophia Smith, NWSL and USWNT Forward Who Got Engaged to NFL WR

Sophia Smith, NWSL and USAWNT forward, recently got engaged to NFL WR Michael Wilson, merging their athletic worlds in a heartwarming union.

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Despite Identifying as ‘Mr. Unlimited’, Russell Wilson Snubbed for ‘Comeback Player of the Year’ as Steelers QB’s Age Raises Doubts

Steelers QB Russell Wilson may be too old to turn his NFL career around at the age of 35, claims an ESPN NFL analyst.

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“He’s Never Backing Down”: After Sean Payton’s ‘Middle Fingers’ Quip, Patrick Surtain II Reveals Broncos HC’s True Nature

Despite a rough first year, Denver's coach, Sean Payton, remains undeterred. Will his unwavering resolve translate into wins?

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Kalen Deboer Shatters ‘No Nick Saban’ Fears in 24 Hours, Shows Bold Intent to Achieve Major Feats Before Ex-Alabama Coach

Kalen DeBoer surpasses every reservation as recruits flock Alabama official visit weekend even in the post Nick-Saban era.

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Despite Championship Win, Sherrone Moore’s Michigan Gets Snubbed From Playoff by Josh Pate

Sherrone Moore and Co. overlooked by top NFL analyst Josh Pate for making it till the playoffs, Georgia and Texas among the top.

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Tom Brady Fulfills Birmingham FC Owner Duties by Introducing ‘New Home Kit’ Through a Collaboration With $29.8 Million Brand

Tom Brady is making the best out of his Birmingham FC ownership as he introduces 'new home kit' for the team.

The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady, at The Forum in Inglewood

Coach Lane Kiffin Shines as The Best Dad with Pressure-Free Advice to His Kids

Lane Kiffin takes to his Instagram to share some hearfelt message to both of his kids- Knox Kiffin, and Presley Kiffin.

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“Wasn’t Saying Leave My Kids”: Colorado Director Reveals Deion Sanders’ Philosophy that Shapes His Stern Approach in Locker Room

Colorado's Director of Player Personnel Corey Phillips shares Deion Sanders' strict locker room strategy to upgrade his roster.

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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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