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NFL Rumors: Jim Harbaugh to Give Up on $5 Million Chargers Star Following Season-Ending Injury

Rumors suggest head coach Jim Harbaugh may waive off his $5M star after a season-ending injury raises questions about his future.
NFL: DEC 28 Chargers at Patriots

Chiefs’ Playoff Picture: Still Not Mathematically Eliminated, What Patrick Mahomes & Co. Need to Reach the Postseason

Chiefs at 6-7? Still have a shot at playoffs. Find out exactly what Patrick Mahomes & Co. need to do to reach the postseason!
NFL: Super Bowl LIX-Kansas City Chiefs at Philadelphia Eagles

Cowboys CEO Provides Key Update on Trevon Diggs’ Availability While Clarifying Coaching Staff’s Feelings

Cowboys CB Trevin Diggs' availability for the Week 15 game against the Vikings is in jeopardy while Stephen Jones echoes coaches' sentiments.
ATLANTA, GA Ð NOVEMBER 03: Dallas cornerback Trevon Diggs (7) warms up prior to the start of the NFL, American Football

Brian Schottenheimer Shares How Week 15 Opponent Kevin O’Connell Helped Stop Tom Brady During Time With the Jets

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer reveals his bonding with Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell to stop Tom Brady at the Jets together.
NFL: Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys

Steelers’ DK Metcalf Reveals How He Feels About Changing Position After Major Health Update Before Dolphins Game

DK Metcalf's respect for gunners have increased following the win over the Ravens, but would he return to the special teams again?
NFL: Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Pittsburgh Steelers

Dak Prescott Receives Warning on Brian Flores’ Veteran-Led Vikings Defense as Playoff Pressure Mounts

QB Dak Prescott gets a warning on about DC Brian Flores’ tough, veteran-led Vikings defense while his team faces mounting playoff pressure.
OXNARD, CA – JULY 25: Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) speaks with reporters during the team s training camp

A.J. Brown Assigned Blame for Eagles’ Offensive Struggles as Locker Room Unity Called Into Question

A.J. Brown faces blame as the Eagles’ offense falters, locker room chemistry is questioned, and trade rumors loom over Philadelphia.
Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown

Kyle Shanahan Makes Robert Saleh Head Coaching Admission After Revealing 49ers DC Rejected Numerous Opportunities

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan jokes about Robert Saleh being an NFL head coach next year while the DC rejected several offers.
NFL: San Francisco 49ers Rookie Minicamp

Sean Payton Clears Stance on Sam Ehlinger After Practice Squad QB Rejected Colts Reunion

Sean Payton makes feelings clear on Sam Ehlinger choosing to remain at the Broncos after turning down the Colts reunion.
NFL: Denver Broncos at Houston Texans

Shannon Sharpe Breaks Down Kyle Pitts’ Performance as Falcons TE Matches Hall of Famers’ Stats

Shannon Sharpe dissects Kyle Pitts’ historic Falcons night, praising potential as the tight end joins rare Hall of Fame company.
NFL 2025: Super Bowl LIX Activities FEB 05

Jonathan Gannon Calls for Improvement in Key Area as Cardinals HC Provides Marvin Harrison Jr. Update

Jonathan Gannon opens up on Cardinals' health management as injury report grows, offering a update on Marvin Harrison Jr.
NFL: Arizona Cardinals Training Camp

New Problems Emerge for Brian Schottenheimer and Dak Prescott-Led Cowboys Ahead of Vikings Game

New issues were exposed to Brian Schottenheimer after the Cowboys' disappointing loss against the Detroit Lions.
NFL: Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys

Steelers Legend Accuses Mike Tomlin of Lowering Standards as Winning Record Called Into Question

A Steelers legend calls out Mike Tomlin, claiming the focus on winning records has lowered the team's championship standards.
NFL: Pittsburgh Steelers at New York Jets

Josh McDaniels Clears Stance on Future With Patriots as Real Reason Behind Head Coaching Failures Revealed

Josh McDaniels addresses his Patriots future while past head coaching struggles resurface with a former NFL quarterback addressing the issue.
NFL: Las Vegas Raiders at New England Patriots

Ravens Legend Ed Reed Defends John Harbaugh as Coaching Staff Faces Backlash Amidst Losing Streak

Ravens legend and Hall of Famer Ed Reed clears air about his visit while defending John Harbaugh and other coaches.
NFL: Baltimore Ravens Minicamp

Former NFL Star Rushes to Shane Steichen and Philip Rivers’ Defense After Cam Newton Calls Out Colts’ QB Decision

Former NFL star defends Colts signing Philip Rivers, backing Shane Steichen after Cam Newton questions Indianapolis quarterback decision.
NFL, American Football Herren, USA AFC Wild Card Round-Indianapolis Colts at Buffalo Bills Jan 9, 2021; Orchard Park, Ne

Falcons Owner Arthur Blank to Anger Kyle Pitts’ Agent With Major Contract Decision Following Week 15 Performance

Falcons owner Arthur Blank is set to trigger Kyle Pitts' agent with the 'franchise tag' after the tight end's historic performance.
NFL: Tennessee Titans at Atlanta Falcons

NFL Files Motion to Dismiss Former Texans Board Member Cary McNair’s “Legally Baseless” Lawsuit

The NFL filed a motion to dismiss former Texans board member Cary McNair’s lawsuit against the NFL and Texans owner Cal McNair.
NFL: AFC Divisional Round-Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs

T.J. Watt’s Wife Shares Emotional Update on Steelers LB Following Worrying Health Scare

Steelers LB T.J. Watt's wife Dani shares a heartwarming update after a wrong pain management session landed him into hospital.
October 28, 2024, Hookstown, Pennsylvania, USA: Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker TJ WATT (90) smiles at his wife in the st

Congratulations Pour In for Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld as Bills QB Makes Pregnancy Announcement

Love pours in for Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld after the power couple makes pregnancy announcement on social media.
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfield

Ex-Patriots QB Points to the Real Reason Belichick Protégé Josh McDaniels Keeps Failing as Head Coach

Former New England Patriots QB explained why Josh McDaniels had failed as a head coach during stints with the Broncos and the Raiders.
NFL 2025: Browns Vs Patriots OCT 26

George Pickens Being 11 Yards Away From Making Cowboys History Proves Jerry Jones Right

The Dallas Cowboys' wide receiver George Pickens is close to setting a massive record and Jerry Jones stands by his side.
NFL: Atlanta Falcons at Dallas Cowboys

Buccaneers Legend Takes Public Stance on Todd Bowles After HC’s Expletive Filled Rant on Baker Mayfield & Co.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' legend backs head coach Todd Bowles following his raging comments over the defeat against Falcons.
Todd Bowles

Dak Prescott Addresses “Heavy” Playoff Pressure as Cowboys Show Signs of Brian Schottenheimer Mistrust

Dak Prescott speaks up about playoff pressure as rumors about mistrust on Brian Schottenheimer make the rounds.
NFL: Dallas Cowboys at Philadelphia Eagles

Jimmy Haslam Keeps Open Door For Kevin Stefanski Exit as Shedeur Sanders Makes Browns Plan Clear – Report

Browns owner Jimmy Haslam stays undecided on Kevin Stefanski’s future as Shedeur Sanders signals he wants to stay if Cleveland commits.
NFL: Cleveland Browns Rookie Minicamp

National Reporter Confirms If Jalen Hurts’ Locker Room Is Fractured After Saquon Barkley’s Public Call Out

Eagles insider reveals if Jalen Hurts' locker room is fractured as Philly stumbles down 2023 path. Barkley opens up on brutal team struggles.
NFL 2054: Commanders vs Eagles JAN 26

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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.

American Football Conference (AFC)

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