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Raiders Minority Owner Tom Brady Gets a Sack Request From Maxx Crosby at Vegas Practice Facility

Las Vegas Raiders narrate an incident from the training session as he tries to impress NFL Legend and new stake holder, Tom Brady.

Deion Sanders Says He Didn’t Write Elevate & Dominate to “Make Some Money”, but to Become a Life Coach

Deion Sanders new book "Elevate and Dominate" hit the shelf. However, the Coach Prime's intention is not to make money.

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Justin Fields Extended Chicago Stay Could Threaten Ryan Poles and Caleb Williams’ Future

Dan Orlovsky issues a warning on the ramifications for the Bears, Ryan Poles, and Caleb Williams if they sticks with Justin Fields at QB.

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Joe Hortiz’s $34 Million Move Unveils Jim Harbaugh’s Michigan Blueprint to Overcome Potential Struggles With Chargers

Jim Harbaugh's Chargers face roster challenges as GM Joe Hortiz makes new deals. But this could potentially be the blueprint of their success.

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“Heading Towards a Cliff”: Kirk Cousins Admits How Minnesota Vikings’ Contract Stance ‘Eased’ Atlanta Falcons Decision

QB Kirk Cousins revealed what easily inspired him to pick the Atlanta Falcons over the Vikings, despite Minnesota's wishes to keep him back.

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Steelers Rumors: Mike Tomlin’s Potential Extension Date Revealed Despite 7 Years Without a Playoff Win

Despite a 7-year playoff drought, the Steelers are expected to extend Mike Tomlin's contract soon as per insider.

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Lane Kiffin Pens Heartfelt Note to Daughter Presley as 17YO Volleyball Star Embarks on New Athletic Journey

Coach Lane Kiffin gives a heartwarming message to his daughter Presley Kiffin as she follows in his footsteps at USC. He also supports Nick Saban

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DC Wink Martindale Channels Sherrone Moore’s Mentality With Hilarious Ryan Day Dig to Kick Off Michigan’s Spring Practice

While speaking on potential defense changes at Michigan, DC Martindale takes a dig at Ohio State Buckeyes' Ryan Day.

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Russell Wilson’s “Here We Go” Catchphrase Raises Eyebrows as Steelers QB Reportedly ‘Steals From Dak Prescott’

Russell Wilson signed with Steelers. As per his tradition, he likely brought up a catchphrase for team, but is it copied from Dak Prescott?

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Amidst Travis Kelce Partnership, Patrick Mahomes Mixes Charity With Pleasure Following Vegas Golf Classic Announcement

Patrick Mahomes unveils Vegas charity golf event for public amidst partnership with Travis Kelce to open upscale 1587 Prime steakhouse.

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“Happy for My Daughter”: Coach Prime’s Full-Hearted Conversation With Pregnant Deiondra Gets the Internet Talking

Known for his joyful and fun-loving nature, Coach Prime's recent clip has internet talking as he reveals how he is happy for his daughter while fans play usher kind words for the unborn baby.

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CU Buffs Land Colorado Native and Ohio State Transfer to Bolster Offense Just Days Before Spring Practice

Deion Sanders and team get commitment from former Ohio State tight end Sam Hart. Now, the Buff's offense looks promising. See why!

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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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