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Brian Schottenheimer Advised Strong Measure Against $263 Million Roster as Jerry Jones’ Son Announces Free Agency Plan

The Dallas Cowboys face a crucial offseason, where they will have a "selectively aggressive" approach, all while evaluating their QB future.
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Andy Reid’s 4-Word Strong Message to Travis Kelce on Retirement as Chiefs HC Makes Feelings Clear on Super Bowl Loss

Andy Reid has a message to Travis Kelce ahead of new season while expressing his thoughts about the Super Bowl LIX humiliation.
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Ayesha Curry & Stephen Curry’s Uncommon Marriage Rule Gets A Stamp Of Approval From Single NFL Legend

NFL legend gives a thumbs-up to Ayesha Curry's priority list while discussing his own experience with singlehood publicly.
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Ravens GM’s Answer Finally Breaks Silence on Justin Tucker Investigation With a Strong Message on Lamar Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens general manager finally breaks his silence and explains what is going on with Justin Tucker. So, what was he saying?
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Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel Announces Tyreek Hill’s Future After Surgery & Sends a Strong Message to Jevón Holland on Free Agency

Get the latest update on Tyreek Hill’s recovery and what’s next for the Dolphins star ahead of training camp.
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NFL HC Reveals Challenges of Managing Travis Hunter After FOX Broadcaster Labels Him Bust

Travis Hunter is a rare two-way talent set to make an impact in the NFL as both a cornerback and WR. But not everyone is convinced.
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Packers GM’s 2-Word Message on Jaire Alexander Giving Up as Christian Watson Injury Forces Major Announcement on Jordan Love’s Offense

Packers GM two word message on Jaire Alexander's future in Green Bay as they search for Christian Watson's replacement.
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Giants GM’s 6-Word Response to Matthew Stafford Trade Rumors as Rams Linked With Aaron Rodgers

The Giants general manager has finally responded to speculation about Matthew Stafford's likely trade in the near future.
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Falcons GM Announces Kirk Cousins’ Future With $10M Decision as Michael Penix Jr. Receives Strong Message on QB1 Spot

Entering his second year with the Atlanta Falcons, Kirk Cousins got a news from the general manager regarding the contract
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Steelers GM Confirms ‘Exit Meeting’ With George Pickens After Clearing Air on Russell Wilson’s Future

Steelers GM Omar Khan shares updates on George Pickens' future and the team's next moves at quarterback. Big decisions are coming!
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Steelers GM Confirms Russell Wilson & Justin Fields Future Before Free Agency as Omar Khan Announces Starting Role for $16M Star

Omar Khan, the Steelers' general manager, has verified the status of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields for 2025. So what is it?
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Steelers Official Avoids Giving Deadline for Justin Fields’ Return as Russell Wilson’s New Contract Talks Begin

Just a couple of weeks left for Free Agency and the Steelers' OL believes that we will get an update on Justin Fields only after that.
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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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