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Retired Jimmy Johnson Boasts New Achievement in 4-Words & Earns Former Cowboys Student’s Approval

Jimmy Johnson is reeling in huge victories off the field with his Florida Keys fishing lifestyle cheered on by fans and former players alike.
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Kyle Shanahan Takes Big Brock Purdy Decision as Major Conflict Between QB & Deebo Samuel Confirmed

Brock Purdy takes center stage as Deebo Samuel exits—did Kyle Shanahan’s QB loyalty trigger the quiet fallout in San Francisco?
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Fans Are Saying the Same Thing About Brittany and Patrick Mahomes’ Trip to Disneyland After Sterling Imitated Mom on Fishing Trip

Click to learn more about Patrick Mahomes’s best trip to Disneyland as fan are gushing over on Mahomes' s kids.
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NFL Reporter Kaylee Hartung Comes Clean on ‘Insecurity’ Due to Amazon Job After Leaving Charissa Thompson Behind

Kaylee Hartung’s move to Amazon Prime’s NFL coverage brings unexpected self-doubt, while Charissa Thompson after NFL exit, finds a new drive.
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Aaron Rodgers’ Snub to Make Mike Tomlin Look ‘Foolish’ as Steelers Refuse to Meet TJ Watt’s Price – Report

Aaron Rodgers’ silence is putting the Steelers in a tight spot as the —raising questions about priorities and Mike Tomlin’s gamble.
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“RIP”: Patrick Mahomes’ Grieving Ex-Teammate Loses His Coach, Who Coached Michigan for 11 Seasons

Former Michigan offensive coordinator Mike DeBord, who led the Wolverines to the 1997 national title, passes away at 69.
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Browns’ Kevin Stefanski Follows Sam Darnold Model With 15-TD QB as Joe Flacco Confirms Stance on Starting Role

The man with the plan, Kevin Stefanski, might take one from the 2024 Minnesota playbook for his new QB addition.
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Wife Reflects on Sad Reality of Matthew Stafford’s NFL Fame as Kelly Addresses Anniversary Surprise

Kelly Stafford reveals the emotional cost of life with Rams QB Matthew Stafford—raising four daughters in his shadow.
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Emotional Brett Favre’s Strong Message on Faith as Packers Legend Pays Tribute to Wife of 29 Years

As Brett Favre is about to complete 29 years of togetherness with his wife Deanna Favre, he shared a special message for her
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“Comeback”: Aaron Donald’s Latest Announcement Leads to Calls for Sean McVay’s Former Rams DT to Break Retirement

The Rams Nation was in dreamland when they saw Aaron Donald's latest Instagram post as they start dreaming of a reunion with Sean McVay.
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NFL Analyst Predicts Big Nick Sirianni Draft Pivot for 1,308-YD TE Amid Eagles’ Dallas Goedert Trade Confirmation

Eagles’ draft plans could shift with a new tight end as Dallas Goedert trade rumors heat up. What's the future for Philly’s tight end?
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Jason Kelce Makes Big Patrick Mahomes Claim Moments After Jalen Hurts’ Time 100 Honor

Jason Kelce had some strong words on Patrick Mahomes' growing influence in the world of sports. Check out what he had to say here!
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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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