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Amid Xavier Smith Controversy, Colorado Football Lands Former Michigan State OT to Help Offensive Line in Protecting Shedeur Sanders

Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes grapples with the loss of Xavier Smith and finds solace in Michigan State OL transfer Ethan Boyd.

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“Standard For Me To Chase”: Tom Brady’s LeBron James-Like Longevity Leaves Patrick Mahomes in Awe as 3x SB Champion Opens Up on GOAT Debate

Patrick Mahomes derives inspiration from Tom Brady's longevity and consistency in the game, which led him to become the NFL GOAT.

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Why Is Marvin Harrison Jr.’s Cardinals Jersey Still Not Available for Fans & When Will They Release?

Fanatics released a statement on why there has been a decent delay in Marvin Harrison Jr.'s Cardinals jersey. It's linked to the NFLPA.

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Micah Parsons Called ‘Delusional’ by CJ Stroud as Cowboys’ LB Makes a Tall NBA Claim

Stroud and Micah Parsons engage in fun banter during Draft coverage. The back and forth eventually led to CJ calling Parsons 'delusional'.

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Russell Wilson & Justin Fields’ Leadership Backed by Steelers RB Jaylen Warren

Steelers RB Jaylen Warren discusses Justin Fields' potential kickoff returns & Russell Wilson's leadership. Will Fields return?

Disappointment Looms Larger on Chargers Playoffs Dream Despite Joe Hortiz and Jim Harbaugh’s Actions for Justin Herbert

Even after securing Joe Alt to protect Justin Herbert, Jim Harbaugh & Co. are predicted with a season with no playoff.

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Intense Scrutiny Awaits HC Matt Eberflus Despite Caleb Williams’ Impactful Bears Draft

Will Matt Eberflus be able to stand true to all the expectations being laid down for the Bears with Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze joining?

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“Nick Saban I Don’t Think Ever Used Twitter”: Deion Sanders Gets Wakeup Call to Prioritize Colorado Wins Over Social Media Noise

Deion Sanders looking down the barrel of yet another criticism as ON3 analyst rips Prime for defending his son amidst a losing record.

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“Coach Prime Buys More Real Estate”: Deion Sanders Jr. Trolls Haters Amid Growing Criticism Over Xavier Smith Incident

Deion Sanders Jr. comes in the support of his father Deion Sanders in the heated controversy with Xavier Smith.

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“Trying to Assassinate”: Deion Sanders Backed by Close Friend Keyshawn Johnson Amid Xavier Smith Controversy

Former NFL player Keyshawn Johnson shared his two cents on the ongoing controversy surrounding Deion Sanders and Xavier Smith.

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Losing ‘Security Blanket’ Rashee Rice a ‘Big Deal’ for Patrick Mahomes & Chiefs, Says Fox Host Ahead of WR’s Looming Suspension

Talking about how Rashee Rice's latest legal troubles have put the Chiefs upcoming season at risk, Fox host has some advise for the WR.

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GF Leanna’s Beauty Breaks the Internet, Colorado BF Travis Hunter’s Heart Drop Reflects Love

Travis Hunter drops a heart on his beau Leanna's Instagram post and their fans can't stop admiring the young couple.

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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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