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Russell Wilson’s Teammate Clears Feelings on DK Metcalf Trade as Mike Tomlin Gives Up 2nd Round Pick and $150M for Seahawks WR

Click to learn more about Seahawks’ trade of DK Metcalf as Russell Wilson's teammate showcased his exhilliration for the Seahawks WR.
Russell Wilson and DK Metcalf

Odell Beckham Jr. Named in Lawsuit Against Diddy as Report Sheds Light on Legal Trouble for Ex-Dolphins WR

Odell Beckham Jr. stuck in a heavily controversial case as reports state the ex-Miami player has been named a defendant in a serious crime!
NFL: Miami Dolphins-Odell Beckham Press Conference

NFL Veteran To Ditch Mike Vrabel After Patriots Confirm $7M Deal for Drake Maye’s Weapon

An NFL veteran DB ditches Mike Vrabel, while the Patriots secure a $7M deal boosting Drake Maye's offensive lineup.
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Packers Stance on DK Metcalf Confirmed as Jordan Love Misses Out on Top 2 WR Targets

Jordan Love’s season just got tougher as the Packers make (rather fail to make) bold roster moves. Strategy or missed opportunity?
Jordan Love

Sean Payton’s Daughter Trashes Cleveland Browns Over $160M Decision as Kevin Stefanski Predicted to Land 2 QBs

Sean Payton's daughter hit Kevin Stefanski and the Browns with a sarcastic jab over their $160 million decision; as the team is eyeing 2 QBs!
NFL: Denver Broncos OTA

Russell Wilson’s Role Confirmed in DK Metcalf’s Steelers Trade As Seahawks Get 2nd Round Pick for $150M WR

Reuniting Russell Wilson and DK Metcalf in Pittsburgh isn't just a trade—it's a Hollywood sequel with end zones instead of red carpets.
Russell Wilson and DK Metcalf

Calls Mount Against Davante Adams’ Move to Rams As Cooper Kupp Forced Out of LA with Veteran’s Arrival

This trade isn’t just about football—it’s a high-stakes script rewrite where Davante Adams, loyalty, legacy, and L.A. drama collide.
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Broncos Confirms 2 Key Roster Moves for Bo Nix as Sean Payton Misses Out on Aaron Jones to Vikings

Broncos re-sign their LS Mitchell Fraboni and QB Jarrett Stidham while missing out on a potential deal with Vikings RB Aaron Jones.
Bo Nix

Calls Mount Against Josh Allen’s Record Breaking Moment as Fans Raise Obvious Questions Against QB’s $330M Contract

Josh Allen & Bills trolled by fans on the social media after the NFL insider reveals the potential 6-year $330 million deal.
Josh Allen

49ers Rumors: Kyle Shanahan to Team Up With Chargers Outcast as Front Office Refuses to Pay Brock Purdy

The 49ers are in talks to reunite the Bosa brothers, and the NFL might not be ready for it. Could Joey Bosa join Nick Bosa in SF?
San Francisco 49ers v Tennessee Titans

Cowboys Announce $12M Decision for Micah Parsons’ Defense as Jerry Jones Warned Against Dragging Contract Talks by NFL Legend

Jerry Jones and the Cowboys make a $12M decision, but fans are left wondering about Micah Parsons' future.
Micah Parsons

ESPN’s Troy Aikman Makes His Opinion Clear on Media Free-Agent Erin Andrews’ Latest Decision as FOX Contract Expires

Erin Andrews’ FOX contract has expired. Will she stay in sports broadcasting or explore new ventures? Here’s what her future might hold!
NFL, American Football Herren, USA Green Bay Packers at Kansas City Chiefs, Nov 7, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Fox

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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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