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CeeDee Lamb’s 4-Word Message on Week 1 Drops Will Excite Cowboys Fans Before Giants Game

After costly drops, CeeDee Lamb vows revenge with fierce motivation. Dallas fans can expect sparks flying this Sunday vs. the Giants.
NFL, American Football Herren, USA Chicago Bears at Dallas Cowboys Oct 30, 2022; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys

Steelers Coach Confirms Jalen Ramsey’s Role as Rookie Prepares for Week 2 Game

Steelers' defense is dealing with a couple of injuries and now their coach has confirmed Ramsey's role in the team.
Jalen Ramsey

Tyreek Hill Can’t Contain His Anger After a Reporter Calls Out the Dolphins WR Publicly

Tyreek Hill aims for big plays against Patriots after a year without deep receptions, despite frustrations.
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Mike McDaniel Reacts to ‘Players Only Meeting’ as Dolphins HC Demands Immediate Action From Tua Tagovailoa & Co.

Mike McDaniel lays out his expectations for Tua Tagovailoa and the entire roster moving ahead into the 2025 season.
NFL: Miami Dolphins Minicamp

Dan Quinn Urged to Move on From Commanders WR After Harsh Loss Against Packers

The Commanders struggled in a 27-18 loss to the Packers as Dan Quinn’s offense faltered, raising questions about key roles and depth.
NFL: Washington Commanders Training Camp

Bills Fan Favorite QB Says Quiet Part Out Loud About Josh Allen Ahead of Jets Clash

Josh Allen’s historic performance vs. Ravens draws Tom Brady and Peyton Manning comparisons, ahead of Bills’ Week 2 matchup against Jets.
NFL: Buffalo Bills at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Chiefs Confirm Xavier Worthy’s Injury Status as Andy Reid Refuses to Give Up on WR

Xavier Worthy’s injury update is in. Andy Reid hints at a possible late comeback for the Chiefs’ key receiver this Sunday.
KANSAS CITY, MO – SEPTEMBER 05: Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) before an NFL, American Football Herr

Falcons Injury Report: Darnell Mooney & Drake London’s Week 2 Availability Confirmed

Following a tough season opener loss, Raheem Morris and the Falcons shared the return timeline of Drake London and Darnell Mooney.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – AUGUST 22: Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) during warm up prior to the National Foo

Tom Brady Crowns Matthew Stafford Over 31 NFL QBs After Making Offseason Move to Sign Him

Tom Brady reveals the X factor Matthew Safford has over other NFL QBs which made him pursue Stafford for the Raiders.
Tom Brady, Matthew Stafford, Credits: IMAGO

Quinshon Judkins Addresses NFL Punishment as Kevin Stefanski Confirms Browns RB’s Week 2 Availability

Cleveland's rookie Quinshon Judkins faces a steep challenge to debut versus Baltimore as legal, preparation and matchup factors converge.
NFL: Cleveland Browns Rookie Minicamp

3 Biggest Concerns for Andy Reid & Chiefs Ahead of Eagles Clash

The Chargers loss raised many questions for the Chiefs and Andy Reid has to tackle all of them ahead of the Eagles' showdown in Week 2.
NFL: Kansas City Chiefs Training Camp

Tyreek Hill Can’t Catch a Break as Dolphins WR Receives Bad News on Chiefs Trade

Tyreek Hill’s season takes a sharp turn amid serious allegations and trade talks as teams weigh talent against turmoil in 2025.
NFL: DEC 29 Dolphins at Browns

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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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