More NFL News

5-Man Fight Breaks Out at Jets vs. Giants While Russell Wilson Struggles Again

The New York Giants and the New York Jets are the latest entry in the training camp scrum amidst Russell Wilson's struggles.
NFL: New York Giants Training Camp

Eagles Induct Francis ‘Bucko’ Kilroy to HOF: 5 Reasons Why This Was Long Overdue

As Bucko Kilroy makes it to the Eagles' HOF at last, here's a look at his Philly legacy and the unprecedented contributions.
Francis Bucko Kilroy, source: X

Dan Campbell Shares Crucial Injury Updates on Ahmed Hassanein & Terrion Arnold Ahead of Dolphins Joint Practice

With Ahmed Hassanein and Terrion Arnold, how is Dan Campbell planning his strategy ahead of the joint practice session with Dolphins?
NFL: Scouting Combine

Packers Injury Report: Latest on Jordan Love as Jayden Reed in ‘Boot’ During Training

Love undergoes thumb surgery while Reed's foot strain raises concerns, but both expected ready for season opener.
NFL: NFC Wild Card Round-Green Bay Packers at Philadelphia Eagles

Jalen Hurts Rushes to Shedeur Sanders’ Aid as Browns QB Suffers 2nd Injury Blow in 11 Days

Shedeur Sanders’ strong preseason run takes an unexpected turn during a joint session with the Eagles with a telling moment with Jalen Hurts.
Jalen Hurts and Shedeur Sanders

Chiefs’ Coach Has a Blunt Response to Taylor Swift Album News as Travis Kelce Takes New Role

Kansas City Chiefs head coach gives straight reply over Taylor Swift while Travis Kelce gets more closer to his GF.
Andy Reid, Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift

What Happened to Shedeur Sanders? Kevin Stefanski’s Browns Confirm Big Injury for QB

The injury bug keeps troubling Kevin Stefanski and the Cleveland Browns as dark clouds are looming over Shedeur Sanders.
NFL: Cleveland Browns Rookie Minicamp

From 1971 Doomsday to Modern Day: The Missing DNA of Championship Football in Dallas

A deep dive into the key factors behind the Dallas Cowboys’ championship success in 1971 and the challenges the modern team must overcome.
US PRESSWIRE Sports-Historical Dec 25, 1971; Bloomington, MN, USA; FILE PHOTO; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach

Jerry Jones Cost the Cowboys $100 Million: The Price of Poor Planning or Expensive Marketing Strategy?

ESPN pegs Jerry Jones’ contract blunders at $100M. Is this just bad negotiating - or the NFL’s most expensive publicity stunt?
NFL, American Football Herren, USA Dallas Cowboys at Kansas City Chiefs, Nov 21, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Dalla

Andy Reid Tells Patrick Mahomes His Immediate Future Is In Doubt Despite Chiefs QB’s Request

Chiefs countdown heats up with Patrick Mahomes ready to seize preseason chances while Reid prioritizes team depth and health.
Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes

San Francisco Reporter Confirms RB2 for Christian McCaffrey & 49ers After Jordan Mason’s Exit

Christian McCaffrey is returning healthy after a season-ending injury last year, but the 49ers have yet to decide who will be the RB2.
NFL, American Football Herren, USA San Francisco 49ers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers Nov 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; San Fr

Mike McDaniel Issues Statement After Opposition Throws Tua Tagovailoa & Dolphins’ Training Under the Bus

Mike McDaniel’s unexpected reaction to Stuard’s remarks is turning heads; what he said might change how you see the McDaniel and Tagovailoa.
NFL: Miami Dolphins 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