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While Simone Biles Becomes USA’s Hope, Jonathan Owens Gives Back to Nation in Noble Gesture

Jonathan Owens’ foundation follows the noble cause of giving back to society while Simone Biles has missed the occasion to witness it.

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“Proud Of You”: Simone Biles Salutes Husband Jonathan Owens’ Noble Gesture For American Youth

America's most decorated gymnast of all time Simone Biles congratulates husband Jonathan Owens as he shares his wisdom with future stars.

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Brandon Aiyuk Situation ‘Carbon Copy’ of Deebo Samuel’s Woes With 49ers, Says Jeff Darlington as WR Hints Being ‘Comfortable’ With a Trade

Brandon Aiyuk slated to face the same outcome as Deebo Samuel as relations with the San Francisco 49ers WR roster exacerbate everyday.

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Former Teammate Lane Johnson Reveals Jason Kelce’s Secret Behind Expert Beer Handling During Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour at Wembley Stadium

Jason Kelce’s humorous side has caught attention during Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in London. Eagles OT revealed his beer-holding expertise.

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Unveiling Untold Russell Wilson Draft Story, Panthers HC Dave Canales Reveals How Steelers’ QB Transformed His Career

A story of quarterback Russell Willson who came to the Seattle Seahawks as a nobody, but quickly got the troops rallying around for him.

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“Randy Moss Made Tom Brady Untouchable”: Rob Gronkowski Delivers Highest Praise on Former WR After Emotional Tribute From Patriots

Rob Gronkowski heaps praise on Randy Moss following the emotional tribute he received at Tom Brady's Hall of Fame induction.

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Brad Stevens Credits Bill Belichick for Boston Celtics’ Success as GM Admits Taking Inspiration From the Patriots’ Ideology

Brad Stevens talks about his relationship with ex-Patriots coach Bill Belichick and how it inspired him to win NBA Championship with Celtics.

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“They’re Wildly in Love”: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to Live Together in Kansas City During Break From Eras Tour, Reveals Source

Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift are enjoying their honeymoon romance, as according to the reports, the couple might stay together soon.

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Deion Sanders and Son Shilo Engage in Damage Control to Influence Draft Stocks After Controversial Bankruptcy Case

Colorado safety Shilo Sanders and his father, Deion Sanders, are working to repair his image and potentially boost his draft position.

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Struggling With Mental Health After Breakup, Travis Kelce’s Ex Kayla Nicole Celebrates New Milestone for Her Fitness Brand Tribe Therepe

Post her mental health struggle, Travis Kelce's former girlfriend Kayla Nicole dropped significant news related to her fitness journey brand.

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Colorado’s Unwanted Transfer Portal Record Thrown in Coach Prime’s Face After Bold Revelation to “Soft” Joel Klatt

Deion Sanders is still dealing with the aftereffects of the mass player exodus as Coach Jason Brown comes with a reality check to Joel Klatt’s narrative.

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Mocked for Painting Nails, Caleb Williams Targeted by Jeffery Simmons as Titans DT Reveals Trash Talk Plans for Bears QB

Caleb Williams faces imminent threats ahead of his NFL Debut as he prepares to lock horns with Jeffery Simmons. What are Titans DTs plans?

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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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