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NFL Head Coach Tracker: Justin Field’s Resurgence Saves Matt Eberflus His Job, Chicago Decides to Stick To HC Post Long Deliberations

Matt Eberflus will continue as the Bears HC despite a 7-10, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Here's why.

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NFL News: Why Pat McAfee and Aaron Rodgers Parted Ways for 2023–24 Football Season?

Pat McAfee dropped a bombshell on 'The Pat McAfee Show' as Aaron Rodgers exits abruptly. Candid admissions and loud exits unfold.

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“Needs Jim Harbaugh to Leave for the NFL”: Michigan HC’s Departure Deemed Critical to Save Another HC’s Job

Jim Harbaugh, the coach for the Michigan Wolverines, should aim to leave for the NFL as it could jeopardize Ryan Day's future with Ohio

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NFL Playoffs 2024: Here Are 5 Key Matchups as Matthew Stafford & Jared Goff Prep To Take On Their Former Teams

The NFL playoffs 2024 are knocking on our doors. Before the game starts, find out the top 5 matchups that shouldn't be missed.

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Post Bob Meyers Hire, Commanders Eye a New Director of Football Prior to HC

The Commanders' dynasty is in the middle of uncertainty. Amid that, owner Josh Harris wants a new President to help him with a future coach.

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“We Couldn’t Get a Deal Done”: Broncos Front Office Reveals They Approached Russell Wilson’s Agent During Bi-Week for Mediation

Russell Wilson's fate is still in limbo. The defensive front office strategy unfolds like a quarterback sneak, keeping fans guessing!

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“F**k It I’m Rich. Let’s Do It”: Antonio Brown Celebrates His Baby Mama’s Pregnancy in Controversial Fashion

Antonio Brown, the former WR for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, announces that he is expecting his 7th child in a highly controversial way

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Jim Harbaugh & J.J McCarthy Touted to Leave Michigan as NCCA Speculated to Deploy Cunning Tactics

Jim Harbaugh and JJ McCarthy of the Michigan Wolverines both suggested to leave for the NFL as the NCAA would pressure the two in light of past season.

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MVP Frontrunners Lamar Jackson & Christian McCaffrey Headline NFLPA’s All Pro List

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson and 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey made the NFL 2023 All-Pro first-team. Chiefs TE Travis Kelce did too, surprisingly.

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Robert Griffin Calls Out Titans Management for HC Mike Vrabel’s Exit, Stats Back His Point

As the Titans sent shockwaves by letting go of HC Mike Vrabel, former QB Robert Griffin comes out in support of the coach.

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NFL Incentive Tracker: “He Got It!” Jason and Travis Kelce Fanboy Over DeAndre Hopkins After Huge Pay Day

DeAndre Hopkins crashed out early in the season but earned a $500k bonus. Travis and Jason Kelce shared the happiness with the Titans WR.

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“It Doesn’t F*****g Matter”: Jason Kelce Provides Insights Into Eagles’ Dip In Form Heading Into Playoffs

As the Eagles stumble towards the playoffs, center Jason Kelce has some choice words to fire up his teammates for the upcoming game.

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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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