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Gronk Super Bowl Party 2024: Is Retired Tom Brady Going to Attend the Las Vegas Big Game Weekend? Expected List of Guests

As NFL gears up for Super Bowl LVIII, Rob Gronkowski is set to host the annual Gronk show. Will we see his friend Tom Brady at the party?

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LIV Golf vs Super Bowl: Which Will Create Better Economic Impact in Las Vegas 2024?

As Las Vegas prepares to see an influx of excited sports fans thanks to LIV Golf and the Super Bowl, what will make more money for the city?

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Jim Harbaugh’s Assembled Chargers Pose a Serious Threat to Patrick Mahomes’ Future Super Bowl Glory

With Jim Harbaugh's arrival at the LA Chargers, Patrick Mahome's season could face a threat, as per Tony Romo.

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Michigan DC Update: Sherrone Moore & Co. Shrug off Jesse Minter Setback to Reportedly Hire Giants’ Veteran

Latest updates on Michigan coaching staff hiring suggest that former Giants' DC Wink Martindale is expected to join Michigan.

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Andy Reid Retirement Rumors: How Long Has He Coached Patrick Mahomes? Is He Leaving the Chiefs After Super Bowl?

Andy Reid's retirement rumors are talk of the town. Will this Super Bowl be the last one for the HC, especially when he has Patrick Mahomes?

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Andy Reid Retirement Rumors: Patrick Mahomes’ Comments Backed Up by Colin Cowherd Along With a Super Bowl Prediction

Amidst the rumors of Andy Reid retirement spreading like fire, Colin Cowherd went ahead and shared his opinion on it.

Does an Achilles Tear Ever Fully Heal? Kirk Cousins’ Dance Moves at NFL Honors Could Trigger Comeback Rumors

Despite being on a recovery phase after his Achilles injury, QB Kirk Cousins showed off his dance moves at award show. But is he fully healed?

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NFL Honors 2024: Christian McCaffrey’s Fiancée Olivia Culpo Glows in Victoria Beckham-Designed Dress

Christian McCaffrey was accompanied by his family, including his proud fiancée Olivia Culpo, who donned Victoria Beckham's look at NFL Honors.

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From Ex-NASCAR Driver to 5 Stepchildren: Meet Reba McEntire’s Children Before Her Super Bowl National Anthem Appearance

A look into Reba McEntire's children's life as the singer is set to take the stage at the Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium.

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Super Bowl LVIII National Anthem: Who Is Reba McEntire Dating? Deep Dive Into Country Singer’s Relationships

Now, with all the eyes on Reba McEntire over her presence at Super Bowl LVIII, here's who has captured her heart away from the spotlight.

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Super Bowl 2024: Are Cheerleaders Allowed to Talk to Players? Will They Remain Standing During the Super Bowl?

Super Bowl LVIII is just two days away. Everyone is getting prepared for the game, including the cheerleaders, who follow some harsh rules.

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Shedeur Sanders Sets Definitive Timeline to Leave CU & Enter the NFL Draft With Stern Warning

Shedeur Sanders is all set to play with the big boys once his last season at CU concludes asserts leaving for the 2025 NFL draft.

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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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