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Shilo Sanders' NFL dream ends after throwing a punch. Now a YouTuber, his next move is uncertain as he publicises not having money.
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Jerry Jones Gets $50.3M Update on Trading for Maxx Crosby as Raiders Shut Down Exit Rumors

Jerry Jones weighs a $50.3M financial commitment in potential Maxx Crosby trade talks as Raiders make their stance clear.
NFL: Washington Commanders at Dallas Cowboys

3X Super Bowl Champ With Chiefs Struggles as Even the Worst NFL Team Refuses to Sign 27-YO Star

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Baker Mayfield Addresses Initial Struggles With Wife Before Emily’s Failing Marriage Admission

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Jalen Hurts Gets Bad News on Tush Push Amid Ongoing Eagles Controversy

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NFL: Denver Broncos at Philadelphia Eagles

Tom Brady Ignores Chiefs to Name His Top 5 NFL Teams Without Hesitation

Tom Brady snubs the Chiefs from top five again after the team won against the Detroit Lions and las Vegas Raiders
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NFL Rumors: Jerry Jones Gets Major Update on Cowboys WR’s Future Amid Trade Rejection

New rumors around star WR's extension deal with the Cowboys make rounds as they attempt to fix their defense issues.
NFL: Washington Commanders at Dallas Cowboys

Justin Herbert Breaks Silence on O-Line Struggles After Jim Harbaugh’s Honest Take

Justin Herbert opened up about the issues of the offensive line, while head coach Jim Harbaugh shared a few words of hope for the offense.
NFL: NOV 25 Ravens at Chargers

Aaron Glenn’s $40M Decision Faces Heat After Jets Benched Justin Fields

NFL critics are bashing Aaron Glenn for signing a big contract with Justin Fields as the Jets struggle to make an impact.
Justin Fields and Aaron Glenn

Baker Mayfield Gets Bittersweet Update on Bucs Career After NFL Refs’ Unfair Decisions

Baker Mayfield fails to put on a good display vs the Lions, which might hinder his MVP chances amid the controversial refs' decisions.
NFL: New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Chris Jones Needs Immediate Help as Chiefs Scramble to Find Reinforcement Before Trade Deadline

The pass rush should be Chiefs' biggest priority as they scramble to find someone to complement Chris Jones.
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Ben Roethlisberger Doesn’t Hesitate in Blaming Steelers’ WR for Aaron Rodgers’ Mistake

Aaron Rodgers’ two costly interceptions doom the Steelers in a 33-31 loss to the Bengals; but Roethlisberger blames their WR.
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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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