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One-Handed Wolverine Aidan Hutchinson Creates NFL History During Panthers Match-Up

The Detroit Lions indeed found a treasure! Aidan Hutchinson not only impressed the audience with his creation of a new NFL history.

Carolina Panthers vs Detroit Lions Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) of the Detroit Lions walks on the field ahead of

Denver Broncos Injury Update – Terrifying Blow For Russell Wilson

Problems are on the rise for the Broncos as their injury list keeps on increasing. Facing the Jets will not be going to be easy this way.

MIAMI GARDENS, FL – SEPTEMBER 24: Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) shows his disappointment following the g

Chandler Zavala Medical Update – Rookie Guard Suffers Heartbreaking Neck Scare, Rushed To Hospital

Chandler Zavala of the Carolina Panthers has left the field following a horrifying neck injury in the game against the Detroit Lions.

CHARLOTTE, NC – OCTOBER 01: Carolina Panthers offensive guard Chandler Zavala (62) during an NFL, American Football Herr

?A Guy Named Mr. Pfizer?: Years After Handshake, Travis Kelce Hits Back at Injured Aaron Rodgers

After being called "Mr. Pfizer", Kelce takes a hit at Aaron Rodgers whose team lost to the Chiefs in their recent face-off.

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Detroit Lions Break Records Left, Right, and Center While Attaining a Franchise-High With 20+ Points in 14th Consecutive Game

The Detroit Lions broke records with 14 consecutive games scoring over 20 points, making headlines and elevating the franchise's performance.

NFL, American Football Herren, USA 2023: Panthers at Lions OCT 08 DETROIT, MI – OCTOBER 08: Detroit Lions TE (87) Sam La

Giants Dismal Start Continues as Saquon-Less Offense Continues to Struggle, Makes It 13 Straight Games of Not Scoring on the Opening Drive

The New York Giants again failed to score a touchdown in their opening drive against the Miami Dolphins, making it the number 13.

After ?Swift Quake? Outshakes ?Beast Quake?, Marshawn Lynch on Shanon Sharpe?s Show Tells Taylor Swift, ?I Got Them Ready for You”

After being called "Mr. Pfizer", Kelce takes a hit at Aaron Rodgers whose team lost to the Chiefs in their recent face-off.

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Travis Kelce?s Scorned Ex Kayla Nicole Rocks Her Single Life Amid Taylor Swift Relationship Rumors

After being called "Mr. Pfizer", Kelce takes a hit at Aaron Rodgers whose team lost to the Chiefs in their recent face-off.

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NFL Insider Ian Rapoport Announces Heart Crushing Anthony Richardson Update

Anthony Richardson of the Colts injured his right shoulder in the game against the Tennessee Titans. It might haunt the Colts in the long run.

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?Can?t Tell the Story of Football Without Me?: Marshawn Lynch Reflects on Hall of Fame Legacy With Shannon Sharpe

After being called "Mr. Pfizer", Kelce takes a hit at Aaron Rodgers whose team lost to the Chiefs in their recent face-off.

Miami Dolphins and Tua Have Their ?Pick 6? Picked as Turnaround Forces 14-Points Away With 102-Yard Howler

After being called "Mr. Pfizer", Kelce takes a hit at Aaron Rodgers whose team lost to the Chiefs in their recent face-off.

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Football Fans Shocked as Cameraman Gets Hit in the Groin

Big Ten Network cameraman Ethan Bacon gets hit in his groin during the college NFL coverage on Saturday afternoon

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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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