More NFL News

Breece Hall Issues Strong Statement Against the Media Following Justin Fields’ Reaction to Jets Benching

Running back Breece Hall issues a strong statement against a Jets beat reporter following Justin Fields' reaction to benching.
Minnesota Vikings v New York Jets International Series 06/10/2024. New York Jets Running Back Breece Hall (20) during th

Andy Reid Forced to Make Last-Minute Change in Practice as Patrick Mahomes Places Blame for Chiefs’ Struggles

A small late-week twist forces Andy Reid to make a practice change as Patrick Mahomes points the fingers at himself.
Kansas City Chiefs Football Team Practice At Sao Paulo/Brazil

Former Browns Star Makes Simple Plea to Shedeur Sanders as Kevin Stefanski Names Backup QB

Former Browns cornerback has a simple request from Shedeur Sanders this week as Kevin Stefanski names backup quarterback.
NFL 2025: Browns At Panthers Aug 08

Broncos Agree Three-Year Extension With Wil Lutz After Sean Payton’s Reiteration of Faith in Veteran Kicker

Wil Lutz secures a three-year Broncos extension as Sean Payton doubles down on his trust in the veteran kicker’s steady impact.
NFL: Las Vegas Raiders at Denver Broncos

Brandon Aiyuk’s Time as a 49er Nearing Its End as Kyle Shanahan and Co. Take Drastic Measures Against Star WR

49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk set to part ways with the franchise while head coach Kyle Shahanan makes changes.
SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 07: San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) before the NFL, American Football Her

Texans QB Davis Mills Breaks Silence on Starting Over CJ Stroud Upon His Return From Injury

How has Houston Texans' backup QB Davis Mills reacted to CJ Stroud's possible return against the Indianapolis Colts?
NFL: Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans

Kevin Stefanski Names Shedeur Sanders’ Backup as Browns Announce Dillon Gabriel Injury News

Shedeur Sanders' NFL start in Week 12 is secure, and the depth behind him has been decided for now. But is Sanders ready for the game?
NFL: Cleveland Browns Rookie Minicamp

Micah Parsons Doesn’t Mind Risking Breakdown as Injury Questions Hang Over Vikings Game

Micah Parsons embraces risk despite injuries as the Packers prepare for the Vikings, with mounting concerns shaping a Week 12 matchup.
NFL: Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers

Terry Bradshaw Makes Announcement for NFL Thanksgiving Games After Cancelling FOX Duty

Terry Bradshaw makes a major announcement about Thanksgiving after revealing the reason behind his absence from the “Fox NFL Sunday” show
Former NFL, American Football Herren, USA great Terry Bradshaw walks across the field before the start of the NFC Champi

Raiders Coach Issues Warning to Shedeur Sanders About His Signature Move With Maxx Crosby Lurking

Raiders Coach warns Shedeur Sanders ahead of the Week 12 challenge against Maxx Crosby as the stakes rise for Stefanski and the Browns
NFL: Cleveland Browns at Carolina Panthers

Things Have Changed Between Brandon Aiyuk & 49ers as Kyle Shanahan Gives Up on WR: Insider

Inside the unraveling relationship between Brandon Aiyuk and the Niners. What’s next for the star WR after Kyle Shanahan’s latest decision?
SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 07: San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) before the NFL, American Football Her

Jets QB Justin Fields Gets Another Disheartening News After Being Benched for Tyrod Taylor

Justing Fields and the Jets struggle as analysts project a future fix in New York’s roster rebuilding season.
NFL: New York Jets Minicamp

About NFL

NFL

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)

East

NorthSouthWestNational Football Conference (NFC)NorthSouthWest