Latest On NFL
Latest News
“I Did Everything”: Bengals Legend Frustrated at NFL After Blackout Blocked Him From Watching Joe Burrow
2 hrs ago
“I’m Over It”: Rams WR Puka Nacua Addresses Controversial Adin Ross Stream
2 hrs ago
“Lot of Running Around”: Mike McCarthy Reveals Medical Emergency in Steelers Coaching Staff Against Packers
2 hrs ago
NFL Veteran Announces Sudden Retirement Days After Joining the Ravens
3 hrs ago
NFL Puts Troy Aikman Under Broadcasting Restrictions Like Tom Brady Following Dolphins Front Office Move
5 hrs ago
Most Loved Stories
Best of NFL
More on NFL
Cowboys Legend Makes Retirement Decision After Winning a Super Bowl With the Seahawks
DeMarcus Lawrence reveals his 13th NFL season will be his final one, months after winning Super Bowl LX with Seattle.
“I Will Never Legally Get Married”: FOX’s Charissa Thompson Shuts Down Wedding Talks With Boyfriend Steven Cundari
Charissa Thompson was asked if she'd marry boyfriend Steven Cundari and gave an answer nobody was expecting.
Tua Tagovailoa Struggles in Falcons Debut While His Brother Taulia Hands Team USA Its First Loss in 14 Years
Tua Tagovailoa's Falcons debut didn't go as planned, but his brother Tualia handed Team USA its first loss in 14 years.
“I Wanted Out”: 49ers Legend Steve Young Finally Reveals Why He Stayed as Joe Montana’s Backup
Steve Young reveals why he stayed behind Joe Montana, despite wanting out and waiting years for his 49ers starting opportunity.
“We Lost Our Baby”: Chiefs Super Bowl Champ Nazeeh Johnson Shares Personal Tragedy After NFL Suspension
Nazeeh Johnson explains the circumstances behind his six-game suspension and shares a heartbreaking personal loss.
“Take Some Reps Away”: Ben Roethlisberger Calls For Harsh Move Against Steelers QB as Drew Allar, Will Howard Impress
Ben Roethlisberger didn't hold back on how he thinks the Steelers should be handling their quarterback reps.
Fernando Mendoza’s Preseason Debut Answered Every Question Raiders Fans Had About Their Rookie QB
How did Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza do in his preseason debut? NFL Writer Daniel Rios answers that question
“It’s My Job to Make Them Regret”: Former Ravens Star Says ESPN Fired Him on His Way to Radio Show
Former Ravens linebacker Bart Scott revealed the blunt way ESPN informed him his contract wouldn't be renewed.
Falcons DE James Pearce Jr. Suffers Over Six-Figure Financial Loss After NFL’s Eight-Game Suspension
Falcons DE James Pearce Jr. faces a six-figure salary loss after an eight-game NFL suspension following his February arrest near Miami.
NFL Preseason Week 1: Best and Worst QB Performances From Thursday’s Games
Drew Allar and Anthony Richardson lit up the first day of the NFL preseason.
Fans Add Insult To Injury As NASCAR Team Mocks Jayden Daniels Over LSU Jersey Tantrum
Jayden Daniels' LSU controversy stirred a lot of heads and now NASCAR's very own Tricon garage has jumped in on the action.
“Hard to Teach”: Vikings Legend Rips Into JJ McCarthy After QB Snubbed for QB1 Job
J.J. McCarthy faces fresh questions over his anticipation, decision-making and ability to read defenses after losing Minnesota’s QB1 battle.
Deion Sanders’ Son Plans to Use Parents’ Divorce to Escape $11.9M Assault & Battery Case, Attorney Confirms
Deion Sanders' son's legal battle, involving $11.9 million debt gained momentum ahead of the August 31 bankruptcy trial.
“Dude’s Got Some Aaron Donald in Him”: Ex-Chiefs Star Sends Bold Message on KC Rookie Peter Woods
After being drafted in the first-round out of Clemson, a Chiefs DT has received yet another comparison with Aaron Donald.
AFC North Record Predictions: Will the Bengals, Steelers or Ravens Come Out on Top?
It's going to be a three-horse race for the AFC North this year, so will it be the Steelers, Bengals or Ravens who come out on top?
From Jordan Love to Jordan Morgan: Ranking Every Packers First-Round Pick Since 2018 Ranked From Best to Worst
NFL Writers Daniel Rios brings you a ranking of the last 10 first round picks by the Green Bay Packers ranked from best to worst
“Did Everything to Sabotage My Career”: Steelers Legend Jerome Bettis Revealed How Beef With Rams Coach Almost Led to Early Retirement
When former St. Louis Rams running back Jerome Bettis revealed the difficulties he faced during his time with the franchise.
“Couldn’t Get Out of Bed or Walk”: ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit Breaks Silence on Frightening Health Battle That Left Him in a Wheelchair
Ahead of the 2026 NFL season, Analyst and commentator Kirk Herbstreit reveals the medical condition he underwent a few weeks back.
Seahawks Set to Offer Terrion Arnold’s Career New Lifeline Following Lions’ Release Amid Arrest
After the Detroit Lions released him and amid his legal battle, Terrion Arnold is all set to sign with the Seattle Seahawks
“Would Have Trotted Him Out”: Mike LaFleur Provides Fresh Update on Carson Beck’s Absence Following Rib Injury
Head coach Mike LaFleur gave an update on quarterback Carson Beck's rib injury after the rookie failed to start against the Raiders.
“He Looked Like a Rookie”: Things Get Heated on Live TV Between Ex-Panthers Star and ESPN Analyst Over Fernando Mendoza’s Debut
Fernando Mendoza's debut performance triggers a heated debate on live TV over Raiders rookie QB development and starting roles.
“You Never Know”: Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur Provides Latest Update on Jeremiyah Love’s Status After RB Taken Out with Ankle Injury
Following the preseason opener game, Arizona Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur addresses injury concerns around Jeremiyah Love.
Titans HC Robert Saleh Shares Honest Assessment for Cam Ward After Rough Pre Season Showing
After quarterback Cam Ward's struggled against the 49ers in the preseason opener, Robert Saleh addressed his rushed decision making.
Seahawks to Sign Former Lions Controversial CB Amid His Legal Trouble
After his Detroit Lions stint, Terrion Arnold is expected to sign for the Seattle Seahawks after visiting several programs.
Vikings QB1 Decision “Bigger Indictment” on Kevin O’Connell Than JJ McCarthy, Claims NFL Analyst
Kevin O’Connell faces scrutiny after the Vikings' latest QB decision reshapes the competition and raises questions about his evaluations.
“It’s His Job to Lose”: Klint Kubiak Sets Major Challenge for Fernando Mendoza With Bold Kirk Cousins Statement
Klint Kubiak addresses the Raiders' QB competition, revealing where Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza stand heading into the season.
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