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Indebted Tom Reveals ‘Twin Traits’ From Brady Family That Helped Him Become the NFL G.O.A.T.

In a recent appearance on a podcast, NFL legend Tom Brady shared how his parents laid the foundations for a successful career.
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“RIP”: Eli Manning And Football Fans Grieve Devastating Dartmouth Heartbreak

The NFL world mourns the demise of a Dartmouth legend. Football stars like Eli Manning penned down their heartfelt thoughts.
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‘Swing Looks As Good’: Amid Tiger Woods’ Extended Tragic Absence, Tom Brady Makes an Honest Confession

Despite the golf legend Tiger Woods being long absence from the greens, Tom Brady's comments bring to light his brilliance as an athlete.
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With J. K. Dobbins Suffering the Same Fate as Aaron Rodgers, Ravens Add Former Dolphins Vet to Practice Squad

Ravens welcome Kenyan Drake as he's seen in the practice recentlly.
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“Shouldn’t Have Spilled the Tea”- Micah Parsons Instantly Regrets Leaking HC Big Mike’s Secret Amid Dallas Cowboys’ Blistering 2–0 Start

Micah Parsons, linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, spills Big Mike's secret as he talks about his career on the Pat McAfee show.
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After Winning Over Swifties, Travis Kelce Slides Into Week III With a Killer Landmark

With both Travis Kelce and Chris Jones' service, the Chiefs are back with a win. And Travis has placed himself in the record books after this display.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

Shannon Sharpe Brands Tom Brady & Peyton Manning as “Selfish” in Thunderous Confession

Shannon Sharpe in a candid conversation reveals how Tom Brady and Peyton Manning were selfish during their NFL careers.
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You’d be a Cub: ‘Alien’ Micah Parsons slams ‘Cheetah’ Tyreek Hill as Christmas comes early for his fans

Micah Parsons take a hilarious jab at Tyreek Hill after his recent social media post
Micah Parsons, Tyreek Hill

“Bunch of Bulls**t”: Firing Brutal Advice to Shedeur Sanders, Tom Brady Shares Uncanny Similarities With Kobe Bryant

NFL legends reunite on the Let's go Podcast. Explore how Tom Brady imparts wisdom to budding NFL QB Shedeur Sanders.
Deion Sanders, Tom Brady and Shedeur Sanders

“Keep Believing”- $245 Million Russell Wilson Inspires With an Emotional Statement After Setting Record Amid a Turbulent Start

The Broncos Quarterback Russell Wilson breaks records as NFL commemorates him as one the best in the history of gridiron.
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“I’m Sleeping Much Better”: Teetotaller Gisele Bündchen Opens Up About Post-Divorce Life With Tom Brady

In a recent interview, Victoria's Secret supermodel Gisele Bündchen shared insighted about turning her life around post-divorce.
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“Can’t Catch Raheem Mostert”- Miami Dolphins’ RB and ‘Cheetah’ Tyreek Hill Ready to Follow in the Footsteps of Track Legend Usain Bolt

Miami Dolphins' RB Raheem Mostert is catching up with Tyreek Hill, reaching top speed by a ball carrier this season.
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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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