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Jerry Jones’ Draft Plan Marks Change From Mike McCarthy Era as Cowboys OC Warns Rest of NFL

Jerry Jones' 2025 draft strategy gets better after the Mike McCarthy era as the OC gives his strong message on the team's strength.
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Kevin Stefanski’s Blunt Reaction to Shedeur Sanders Draft as Browns QB Sends 3-Word Message on Faith

After Kevin Stefanski's dull reaction to Shedeur Sanders draft as the new Browns QB just had 3 words to show gratitude.
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Matt LaFleur’s Draft Pick Shares Heartbreaking Struggles of 2-YO Daughter With a Clear Message to Packers

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Kevin O’Connell Announces QB Signing With Kirk Cousins Waiting After Confirming JJ McCarthy’s Vikings Future

The Vikings announce a backup QB signing after Kevin O'Connell revealed his honest opinions about JJ McCarthy's role.
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Robert Kraft’s Front Office Throws Jerod Mayo Under the Bus for Draft Failures After Mike Vrabel’s Strong Message

Unpack the tension as Elliot Wolf criticizes Jerod Mayo's draft decisions, all while Mike Vrabel stands firm on Will Campbell's future.
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Huge Shedeur Sanders Allegations Heaped Against Giants GM’s Daughter After Browns QB Prank Called During NFL Draft

A prank call and draft-day freefall ignite Shedeur Sanders' underdog arc, as the Browns bet on his elite potential.
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Russell Wilson’s Son Makes Big Strides in New York As Daughter Follows in Mother Ciara’s Footsteps

Russell Wilson's son is thriving in New York while his daughter follows in mom Ciara's footsteps. Plus, the scoop on baby number five!

Chargers Announces Important Contract Update for Justin Herbert as Jim Harbaugh’s 3rd Round Pick Raises Eyebrows

Explore the Chargers' latest draft picks and Jim Harbaugh's impact on their defensive strategy, along with key contract extension decisions.
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Calls Mount Against Students Who Pranked Shedeur Sanders After Joe Schoen’s Daughter Allegedly Leaked QB’s Number

Fans rally behind Shedeur Sanders after a draft-day prank, as he transforms public sympathy into a powerful NFL comeback.
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Cowboys Late Round Pick Clears Feelings About Micah Parsons After Dallas LB’s Public Criticism

Micah Parsons receives special praise from the Cowboys' last pick in 2025 after expressing disappointment in first-round pick.
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$3.6B Franchise Takes Risk With Deion Sanders’ Son After Browns Drafted Shedeur Sanders With 144th Pick

Colorado safety Shilo Sanders signed by an NFL franchise as a free agent after the Browns drafted brother Shedeur Sanders in the 5th round.
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Tyreek Hill’s Estranged Wife Debuts New Look After Big Divorce Update

Tyreek Hill's wife, Keeta, debuts a bold new style after their divorce news. Catch up on the latest twists in their ongoing separation saga!
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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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