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NFL Rumors: Bengals to Trade Trey Hendrickson After $40M Contract Demand

Trey Hendrickson’s contract standoff could force the Bengals to break their long-held rules or risk losing the heart of their defense.
NFL, American Football Herren, USA Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati Bengals Oct 6, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati

John Harbaugh & Ravens Rapidly Losing Patience as Lamar Jackson Weapon Pays Price – Report

John Harbaugh's Ravens face tough choices as Lamar Jackson's weapons face scrutiny in Baltimore's win-now push for Super Bowl glory.
NFL: Cleveland Browns at Baltimore Ravens

Chiefs News: Pressure Builds on Trey Smith to Accept $52M Before It Slips Away

Pressure mounts on Trey Smith as the deadline for his chance to sign a deal wth the Chiefs approaches close.
NFL, American Football Herren, USA 2024: Ravens vs Chiefs SEP 5 September 5, 2024: Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith (

Xavier Worthy Announces New Role With Chiefs After Patrick Mahomes Fears WR Cuts

After having a standout rookie season with the Chiefs, we might see Xavier Worthy in a different role rather than catching passes.
KANSAS CITY, MO – SEPTEMBER 05: Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) before an NFL, American Football Herr

Raheem Morris Already Wants Browns QB as Kirk Cousins Picks Fight Publicly – Report

Raheem Morris and the Falcons are still stuck with Kirk Cousins and they could trade for another veteran quarterback.
NFL: Atlanta Falcons Minicamp

Cowboys News: Dak Prescott Asked to Leave as Jerry Jones Loses Interest in Super Bowl

Entering the 2025 season, questions are raising, is Dak Prescott enough to win a Super Bowl for Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys.
OXNARD, CA – JULY 25: Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) speaks with reporters during the team s training camp

Aaron Rodgers Is Unhappy With Steelers Plan as Jerome Bettis Demands Major Offensive Change

Steelers legend Jerome Bettis throws shade at Pittsburgh’s offense and warns Aaron Rodgers not to get too comfortable with 40 throws.
Pittsburgh Steelers Aaron Rodgers Works Out at Steelers Mini Camp in Pittsburgh

‘Pushover’ Mike McDaniel’s Strength Becomes Biggest Weakness as Tua Tagovailoa & Locker Room Gives Up

The Dolphins have talent, sunshine, and no state taxes. So why are stars running away from Mike McDaniel’s soft-spoken regime?
NFL: Miami Dolphins Minicamp

More Bad News For TJ Watt as Mike Tomlin & Steelers Leave Two Big Roster Problems Unsolved – Report

Steelers gamble on youth, sign stars but TJ Watt’s contract silence just got louder, and even the Rooneys are chiming in.
October 6, 2024, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA: October 6, 2024: T.J. Watt 90 during the Pittsburgh Steelers vs Dallas C

Giants News: Brian Daboll Warned Against Russell Wilson’s Struggles After HC Urged to Bench Rookie QB

Russell Wilson might become a headache for NY Giants HC Brian Daboll while still under pressure about Jaxson Dart.
NFL: New York Giants Minicamp

Kevin Stefanski Already Has Kenny Pickett on Notice as Browns QB Faces Roster Cut

Kevin Stefanski's quarterback room remains the most talked about thing in the NFL, and Kenny Pickett is right at the center of attention.
NFL: Cleveland Browns Minicamp

Bold Prediction Expects Jayden Daniels’ Commanders to Struggle Amid Terry McLaurin Contract Saga

Jayden Daniels faces offensive hurdles as Terry McLaurin's contract stalemate lingers. Can the Commanders overcome these challenges?
Washington Commanders at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay, Florida, USA

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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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