Latest NFL News
Bruce Arians Doesn’t Hold Back on Bucs’ Injury Struggles Before Strong Todd Bowles Statement
1 hr ago
Broncos Legend Gets Brutally Honest on Patrick Surtain II’s Importance to Sean Payton After CB’s Injury
1 hr ago
Bill Cowher Details Why Terry Pegula Continues to Trust Sean McDermott Despite No Super Bowl
1 hr ago
Justin Herbert Puts Chargers on Notice After Jim Harbaugh’s Statement for Rookies
2 hrs ago
Lamar Jackson Wanted Further Action Against Locker Room After Ravens Took Out Games
2 hrs ago
Best of NFL
More NFL News
Exclusive: ESPN Analyst Breaks Down Arch Manning’s Draft Declaration Timeline
In an exclusive interview with EssentiallySports, Matt Miller addressed how expectations put on Arch Manning are unfair.
Colts Legend Offers Long-Term Contract to Daniel Jones After $600,000 Update
Daniel Jones is re-defining his career with his first season with the Colts, now he just received a telling proposal from a franchise legend.
Exclusive: Packers Legend LeRoy Butler Talks Micah Parsons Trade, Jordan Love & More
Green Bay Packers legend LeRoy Butler spoke with Essentially Sports about his new partnership, Micah Parsons, Jordan Love, and much more.
Deion Sanders’ Son Issues Strong Statement Against Wild Shedeur Sanders Accusation
Deion Sanders was quick to shutdown a wild accusation against quarterback Shedeur Sanders about his tumble down the draft board.
Tua Tagovailoa Reveals Past Connection to Lamar Jackson After Sharing Eye Injury Details
Tua Tagovailoa talks about a wholesome exchange between him and the Ravens' QB from his college days.
Cowboys Come to Injured Malik Nabers’ Rescue After Giants WR’s Surgery Update
Injured Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers has undergone torn ACL repair surgery, with assistance from the Cowboys.
Dan Campbell Confirms Boost for Jared Goff After Announcing Marcus Davenport Injury Update
Dan Campbell provides a positive injury update on his running back, as he drops a vague timeline of DE Marcus Davenport's return.
Tom Brady Can’t Hide Strong Feelings Against Daniel Jones’ Colts After FOX’s Power Rankings
Tom Brady’s latest Power Rankings drew attention as the retired quarterback shared sharp insights about this season’s standout team.
Lions’ Brian Branch Announces Personal News After Returning From Suspension
Learn what Brian Branch's personal announcement was about following his return to practice after his suspension.
Raheem Morris Gets Trade Update on Kirk Cousins After Falcons Announce QB News
Coach Raheem Morris' QB, Kirk Cousins, is reportedly in trade rumors after their loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 8 this season.
Roger Goodell Receives Historic News After Aaron Rodgers & Steelers’ Loss
Learn how the game between Aaron Rodgers' Steelers and Jordon Loves' Packers created history for NFL and Roger Goodell.
Mike Tomlin Announces DeShon Elliot Injury Update After Steelers’ $58M Roster Move
Mike Tomlin makes a decision on safety DeShon Elliot's injury as he makes his next move to fill a roster spot.
Andy Reid Gets Major Roster Update After Chiefs Share Trade Plans with 31 NFL Teams
Andy Reid's Kansas City Chiefs made a big move with a new tackle to strengthen their roster as it gears up for Week 9 this season.
Mike Vrabel Gives Up on $65M Players After Patriots Announced CB’s Extension
Mike Vrabel continues reshaping the Patriots’ identity, emphasizing toughness, amid major roster changes ahead of the trade deadline.
Mike Tomlin Announces Problems With Aaron Rodgers’ Offense, Makes Decision on Steelers Defense
After an embarrasing defeat by the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, the Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin points fingers at the struggles.
NFL Week 9 Storylines: Another Classic Chiefs vs Bills Matchup? Can Cowboys Keep Playoff Hopes Alive?
Will the Chiefs and Bills treat us to another instant classic? Can the Steelers slow down Jonathan Taylor? All that and more.
Patrick Mahomes Gets Unfortunate Update on Chiefs RB After Andy Reid Delivers Injury News
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs could very much be short-handed as injury woes pile on ahead of Week 9 clash against Buffalo Bills
Kevin O’Connell Points Fingers For Carson Wentz’s Injury After Making Final Vikings QB Decision
QB Crisis! Wentz is out for the season, forcing J.J. McCarthy's return and promoting rookie Max Brosmer to Vikings' backup QB2.
Injured Ed Oliver Sends Frustrating Message After Sean McDermott Confirms Bad News on Bills DT
Ed Oliver suffers a major setback as coach Sean McDermott confirms season-ending injury news. His frustration hits the roof, check out!
49ers Insider Confirms Kyle Shanahan Stance on Trading Away Mac Jones Amid Brock Purdy’s Return
Renowned insider clears the air on Mac Jones' trade rumors as he highlights his role as a backup star amid Brock Purdy's absence.
Browns’ Dillon Gabriel Gets Troubling Update After Kevin Stefanski’s QB Decision, Per Insider
Browns face offensive uncertainty after loss to Patriots and trade rumors rise amid quarterback struggles.
NFL Coach of the Year Odds & Picks: Mike Vrabel Leads, Todd Bowles Surging After Week 8
Eight weeks into the 2025 NFL season, the race for NFL Coach of Year award is starting to take shape, with some compelling candidates.
Tua Tagovailoa Takes Action on Eye Injury As Mike McDaniel Flips the Script With Dolphins QB
Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa delivered one of his best performances of the season against the Falcons despite entering the game with a health concern.
Mike Tomlin Signs Twice-Released Safety as Free Agent Shilo Sanders Ignored by Steelers: Report
Mike Tomlin takes a decision amid DeShon Elliott's injury with a surprising signing, leaving free agent Shilo Sanders out in the cold.
Daniel Jones Gets Disappointing $265M News Despite Joining NFL MVP Race With Colts
Daniel Jones continues to exceed expectations with the Colts, stirring MVP talk while his future contract situation draws growing attention.
Cam Newton Questions 12-Year NFL Veteran’s ESPN Employment for Drake Maye Claim
Cam Newton takes a bold stance against the New England Patriots' legend over his best-of-all claim for QB Drake Maye.
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