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Ben Roethlisberger has a telling admission about Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro Linebacker T.J Watt

The Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a bit of a fix as they continue to be at an impasse regarding the contract extension of T.J. Watt.
NFL: Pittsburgh Steelers at Tennessee Titans

‘Not Patrick Mahomes’ – Dak Prescott Has Hilarious Reaction to Teammate’s Son Mistaking Him Chiefs QB

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‘I Prepare to Be the Starter’ – Mac Jones Not Surprised by Landing Starting Spot at New England

After a stellar preseason for New England Patriots, Mac Jones lands the starting quarterback role in place of veteran Cam Newton.
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Ravens Set to Add Ex Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell to Their Practice Squad

After JK Dobbins and Justice Hill suffered season ending injuries, Baltimore Ravens are looking at Le'Veon Bell as a short term solution.
NFL: Arizona Cardinals at New York Jets

“I Am Not Afraid to Get Better” – Ja’Marr Chase Reflects on His Preseason Struggles

Despite Ja'Marr Chase having a not-so-ideal season start to his preseason, the wide receiver accepts responsibility and wants to improve.
NFL: Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Minicamp

Pittsburgh Steelers Could Miss Pro Bowler T.J Watt for Opening Tie

TJ Watt of Pittsburgh Steelers has refused to practice and might even miss the season starter against Bill amid pay raise dispute.

Baltimore Ravens Give a 4-Year Extension Worth $56 Million to TE Mark Andrews

Baltimore Ravens extend the contract of their tight end Mark Andrews for another 4 years worth $56 million on his birthday.
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“It’s Going to Be a Challenge” – Rams HC Highlights the Difficulties of Facing Andy Dalton and Justin Fields

Ahead of the match between the Rams and Bears, Sean McVay acknowledges the threat posed by Bears' quarterbacks Andy Dalton and Justin Fields.
NFL: Los Angeles Rams OTA

Le’Veon Bell Could Be Handed a Second Lease of Life in the NFL

Le'Veon Bell has a lifeline to revive his NFL career as he gets a chance to work out with the run-heavy Baltimore Ravens franchise.
NFL: Kansas City Chiefs at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Za’Darius Smith Injury Update a Big Boost for Green Bay Packers

The Green Bay Packers just received a major boost thanks to OLB Za'Darius Smith as they prepare to take on the New Orleans Saints.

Which Are the 5 Most Valuable NFL Franchises in 2021?

Follow this list to know which teams are the most valuable franchises of the NFL for the year 2021 according to Forbes in increasing order.
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BREAKING: Houston Texans Coach Names Tyrod Taylor as Starter over Deshaun Watson

Houston Texans head coach Dave Culley confirms Deshaun Watson will start the season on the bench with Tyrod Taylor as starter.
NFL: Los Angeles Chargers at Cincinnati Bengals

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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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