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Ex-Michigan Coach Threatens to Expose Jim Harbaugh After Cheating Allegations

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Russell Wilson’s $85M Broncos Exit Diminishes Caleb Williams’ Leverage as Commanders Discover a Win-Win Situation

Russell Wilson, the former quarterback for the Denver Broncos, will cost the team a lot of money and diminish Williams' chances at the Draft

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Jason Kelce Retirement: Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns Join Eagles Fans in Misery After Startling News

Following Jason Kelce's retirement announcement, Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns commiserate with Eagles fans over the startling news.

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“He’s a Winner”: Chicago Bears’ Justin Fields vs. Caleb Williams Debate Finally Settled by a Big Sports Personality

When it comes to choosing between Caleb Williams and Justin Fields, renowned NFL analyst takes his pick ahead of the Bears. 

Recovering From Jim Harbaugh’s Poaching Onslaught, Michigan Set to Hire Ex Ravens Staffer to Partner Wink Martindale

With Jim Harbaugh poaching the Michigan members, Sherrone Moore hires a former Ravens' staff in his defensive department.

“It’s Always a Manning”: Arch’s Hypocrisy Called Out After Opting out of EA Sports Video Game

Arch Manning, the quarterback for the Texas Longhorns, draws in a lot of fire for his refusal to opt-in for the upcoming EA game

Was Nick Saban a Dictator? Disciple Kirby Smart Reveals Details of Ex Alabama HC’s Leadership Style

Kirby Smart, the HC for the Georgia Bulldogs, talks about Saban's way of coaching and how he used to cater to all the opinions of the team

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Toronto Blue Jays’ Affiliate Makes Jason Kelce an Offer After Retired Center Expressed the Wish to Bring Back Backyard Baseball

Having recently expressed his secret wish of reviving a baseball videogame, a minor league team has an interesting offer for Jason Kelce.

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WR Courtland Sutton Removes Broncos Affiliation From Social Media Post Russell Wilson’s Exit

WR Courtland Sutton make a bold move post Russell Wilson's exit from the Denver Broncos. Is he also planning to leave the team?

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2024 NFL Draft: Three Key Elements That Propel Jayden Daniels Above Caleb Williams and Drake Maye

ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky shared his preference for Jayden Daniels as the potential No. 1 overall pick, over Caleb Williams.

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Will Jason Kelce Join Andy Reid’s Coaching Staff at Chiefs? Here’s Why Travis Kelce Might Bring Retired Legend to Kansas City

As Jason Kelce moves on from playing the game. Is coaching for the Chiefs, under Andy Reid, with brother Travis on the books for him?

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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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