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Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes Tossed a 16-Strikeout No-Hitter in High School vs Michael Kopech, Who’s Now at Boston Red Sox

Before Patrick Mahomes became the Chiefs' star we know today, the QB had an interesting rivalry with one of the MLB greats, Michael Kopech.

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2024 NFL Draft Buzz: Drake Maye Emerges as Giants’ Top QB Target, Await Commanders’ Call

Drake Maye, the quarterback for the North Carolina Tar Heels, is being speculated to be picked by the New York Giants

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Post Nick Saban Era: What Will Be Defined as “Success” for Kalen Deboer in His 1st Year at Alabama?

With the pre-season chaos just about to set in with Spring games, standards set straight for Alabama's Kalen DeBoer.

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Colorado Prodigy Gives Headache Gang CEO Shilo Sanders a Taste of His Own Medicine by Trucking Him to the Ground

Colorado freshman running back going viral for bringing down safety Shilo Sanders to the ground in spring practice.

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Pat McAfee Highlights Lionel Messi’s Box Office Credentials, Amidst Patrick Mahomes Talk

Pat McAfee compares the Kansas City Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes and global soccer legend Lionel Messi in a recent statement

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J.J McCarthy’s Sharp Rise in Draft Stock Surprisingly Labelled as “Over the Top” While Jayden Daniels Earns Bragging Rights

As the NFL Draft approaches, JJ McCarthy's stock continues to soar, surprising many who initially pegged him as a late first-round pick. 

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“Rest in Peace”: NFL World Grieves as 81-Year-Old Baltimore Football Icon Alvin Haymond Passes Away

The world of NFL mourns one of the most iconic DB Alvin Haymond who held several NFL records throughout his career.

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Jim Harbaugh & Justin Herbert Branded as ‘NFL’s Next Tom Brady & Bill Belichick’ as Rampant Chiefs Receive a Word of Caution

Patrick Mahomes' throne in danger as Jim Harbaughs arrival in AFC West is predicted to be a huge game changer in the NFL.

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Coach Robert Livingston Renews Shilo Sanders & Co’s Spirits as Colorado’s Defense Runs Riot Against the Offense in Spring Practice

Robert Livingston coincides perfectly with Shilo Sanders aggressive way of playing as the Buffs defense goes heavy against the offense.

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Pregnant Deiondra Sanders Discloses Her & Boyfriend’s Gender Preference for Upcoming Baby Before the Big May Reveal

Deiondra Sanders drops the ultimate revelation about her baby shower, also reveals what she wants the gender of her baby to be.

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In a Nod to Bill Belichick’s Legacy, Jerod Mayo & Co Continue to Tread in the Homegrown Direction by Locking Down CB Kyle Dugger

The Patriots are following the path laid down by their former legendary HC, Bill Belichick, as Kyle Dugger signs a four-year deal.

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Houston Strip Clubs Was the Reason Why Stefon Diggs Joined the Texans, Claims NFL Analyst Jason Whitlock

What's the truth behind Stefon Diggs' tale of two cities, and two quarterbacks. Jason Whitlock reveals the real reason behind his move.

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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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