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Ricky Pearsall invites the people who saved his life to the San Francisco 49ers and the New York Jets game to honor the frontline workers.
“Tyreek Hill Got Shot”: Dolphins WR Reveals Worst-Case Scenario After Shocking Detainment Before Week 1
Tyreek Hill would have been shot? Yes, the Miami Dolphins WR revealed a major shock, while recalling the Sunday morning traumatic incident!
“Maddening & Heartbreaking to Watch”: Dolphins Issue Statement on Police Abuse After Tyreek Hill’s Detainment
The Miami Dolphins break silence after Tyreek Hill's controversial arrest sounds alarms all over the NFL amidst start of the season.
What Happened to Sauce Gardner? Why Did the Jets Take Him Out vs 49ers? Explained
Sauce Gardner’s sudden exit during the Jets vs. 49ers game raised alarms. Here’s why the Jets pulled their star cornerback off the field.
Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill Supports Policeman Having “Teammate Back” in First Interview Since Arrest, Refutes Union’s Uncooperative Statement
Tyreek Hill appeared in the first interview after being arrested by 3 police officers outside the stadium on Sunday. Take a look what he said
What Happened to CJ Mosley? Injury Scare for Jets’ LB in 49ers’ MNF Clash
Jets’ LB CJ Mosley faces a nerve-wracking injury scare during the MNF clash against the 49ers. How severe is it, and what’s next for him?
Trying to Help Tyreek Hill Avoid Arrest, Calais Campbell Put in Handcuffs for Refusing Policeman’s Orders
Tyreek Hill's friend watches him have a run-in with the law and face secondhand brutality from Miami PD, drawing comment from the NFL veteran
Simone Biles Cheers From Afar as Jonathan Owens Relives Chicago Bears’ First Win: “My Mans!”
After her Paris Olympic triumph, Simone Biles couldn’t make it to Jonathan Owens’ game but cheered him on from 3,945 miles away!
Tyreek Hill Backs Dolphins Jalen Ramsey’s Demand to ‘Fire EM’ With Self Message After Police Union Humiliation in Public Arrest
Tyreek Hill supports Jalen Ramsey's bold "Fire EM" call with his own message after a humiliating clash with the Police Union over his arrest.
After Tyreek Hill’s Worst Fears Forced Him to Beg, Police Union Shifts Blame to Dolphins WR for ‘Uncooperative’ Arrest
After Tyreek Hill’s plea, the Police Union blames the Dolphins WR for being "uncooperative" during his arrest. Who's really at fault?
“Fire Em”: Jalen Ramsey, Charles Omenihu, and NFL Community Roar Against Policemen After Tyreek Hill’s Arrest Body-Cam Footage Surfaces
Tyreek Hill was recently detained by a police officer for allegedly speeding & reckless driving. Body cam-footage is out & NFL word is angry!
After Tyreek Hill’s Legal Trouble, Kevin Garnett Issues “Respect” Message to Dolphins Star
Kevin Garnett has a lot of appreciation for Tyreek Hill and how the Wide Receiver was able to manage and perform after his legal trouble.
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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.
American Football Conference (AFC)
