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After Robert F. Kennedy Reportedly Side-Lined Aaron Rodgers for VP, Jets QB Hosts Flag Football Tourney With Partners

After being reportedly running out of the VP chances for Robert F. Kennedy, Aaron Rodgers shifted his eyes towards flag football for a reason

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Xavier Worthy’s Girlfriend: Texas Longhorns 40-Yard-Dash Wide Receiver is Now ‘Single’ To Keep His Focus on NFL

Amid speculation over his relationship status, Xavier Worthy, the fastest player ever at the NFL Combine, has someone he models his game after. 

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“You Gonna Make the Most Money”: Deion Sanders Jr. Shares Coach Prime’s Million-Dollar Advice Validating His 169M Viewership

Amidst Coach Prime's 'motivational' book tour, Deion Sanders Jr. shares his secret to making good money in an interview. Listen in!

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“Their Own Fault”: Shannon Sharpe Blasts Denver Broncos for Russell Wilson Disaster

Shannon Sharpe criticizes Denver Broncos' handling of Russell Wilson's departure. Find out why the NFL expert is not holding back.

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“Chicago [Bears] Botched This”: Shannon Sharpe Condemns Justin Fields ‘Conditional’ Trade to Pittsburgh Steelers

Rumors turned true, as QB Justin Fields traded to the Steelers from the Bears. Shannon Sharpe seemed unhappy, while criticizing the Bears.

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Jim Harbaugh & Co. Eyeing a U-Turn Move for Mike Williams After Exposing WR Struggles With Keenan Allen’s Release

Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers are reportedly interested in bringing back WR Mike Williams after releasing him. What led to their decision?

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After Kyrie Irving Shocker vs Nuggets, Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Shares Fan Moment With Luka Doncic

Patrick Mahomes' attending NBA finals, witnessed Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving's winning performance. QB had his fan moment with a special gift.

Luka Doncic and Patrick Mahomes

NFL Rumors: Odell Beckham Jr’s Heartfelt Farewell Message for the Baltimore Ravens Green-Lights Chiefs Interest

Odell Beckham Jr. bids farewell to Ravens. The emotional message draws out a potential deal between the WR and the Chiefs, per reports.

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“Pops You a Hater”: USC Trojans’ Prodigy Hilariously Claps Back at Dad for Criticizing Him on National TV

USC Trojans' wide receiver Brenden Rice quickly reacts to his legendary dad's criticism on NFL Total Access. See what the NFL giant had to say!

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After Celebrating KC Current’s Historic Day, Brittany and Patrick Mahomes Extend Offseason Enjoyment With Luka Doncic’s 3-Pointer

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes enjoy historic moments as they celebrate KC Current's milestone and cheer for Luka Doncic's skills on the court.

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Gisele Bündchen Sets Her Priorities Straight on New Boyfriend After Divorcing Tom Brady for 2 Major Reasons

Gisele Bündchen is determined to not re-live the pain of her marriage with Tom Brady, who wasn't keen on settling down as a family man.

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NFL Incentives Calendar: 27 Players Due Roster Bonuses Including Dak Prescott, DeAndre Hopkins, Mike Evans & More

Several players are due big money! Here are 29 NFL stars including the likes of Dak Prescott that will receive a hefty roster bonus!

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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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