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Patriots Prepare Bailey Zappe to Start Against Chargers- Meet the QB Who Officially Benched Mac Jones

Bill Belichick made his final move by benching Mac Jones. Bailey Zappe & Malik Cunningham, who will take his position? Know more about Zappe.

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6′2″ OL Sam Barczak Forgoes His Final Year of Eligibility and Declares for the US Army, A Look at NFL Players Who Have Served in the Military

Sam Barczak joins the latest to enter the US Army and writes his name along with other legends who also represented the US Army.

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“Don’t Have a Dog in That Fight”: Following a Crushing Blow for Alma Mater, NBA Legend Charles Barkley Lays His Cards Out for the College Football Playoffs

Charles Barkley is miffed with his alma mater Auburn Tigers getting out of the playoffs contention and mentions teams who can go all the way.

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Before the Messy Exit, Arkansas New OC Bobby Petrino Reveals How Jimbo Fisher Gave Him Sleepless Nights for Months at Texas A&M

Jimbo Fisher's strategies for the offenses gave sleepless nights to the New Arkansas offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino

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Sunday Night Iron Bowl Disappointment Leaves NBA Legend Charles Barkley Disenchanted With Alma Mater

Charles Barkley does not hold back his grave disappointment over Auburn's last defeat at the hands of Alabama at the Iron Bowl. 

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Dave Portnoy Highlights Taylor Swift’s Boost as Travis Kelce’s Podcast Tops US Rankings

Dave Portnoy underscored Taylor Swift's influence in making Jason and Travis Kelce's podcast the best of its kind in 2023 on Spotify.

After Michigan Sign-Stealing Scandal Fallout, Ohio State’s Ticket Record Unleashes a Tornado in Connor Stalions’ Life

The suspended Michigan Wolverines staffer Connor Stalions reportedly purchased tickets for 12+ Ohio State games

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After Putting Up A Worse Record than Coach Prime’s Colorado Buffaloes, Vanderbilt Commodores Shake Up Coaching Roster 

Vanderbilt makes necessary changes in their roster after suffering a worse fate than Coach Prime's Colorado Buffaloes.

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“C’Mon NFL! Do Better”: Lebron James Left Disgusted as Tyreek Hill’s Celebration Costs Dolphins’ Cameraman Year-Long Suspension

NFL's decision regarding Tyrek Hill and his cameraman's future has left everyone shocked. LeBron James also joined the cause.

NBA: Playoffs-Denver Nuggets at Los Angeles Lakers

“Happy Birthday, My Sweet Love”: Pregnant Ciara Pens Profound Wishes, Shares Delightful Snaps as Russell Wilson Turns 35

Russell Wilson turned 35 recently. His wife Ciara Wilson penned a beautiful note with some priceless pictures for her husband.

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“That’s Not a Threat, That’s a Promise”: Charles Barkley Issues Warning to Taylor Swift Over Travis Kelce

Charles Barkley is feeling protective about one of his favorite footballers turning into Taylor Swift's next muse if things go awry.

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With Cowboys and Eagles Eagerly Waiting, Shaquille Leonard’s Next Step Could Decide the Fate of NFC

Shaquille Leonard to decide his next steps as he turns free agent, and the Philadelphia Eagles and the Cowboys look at him as a savior.

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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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