The National Football League (NFL) is a professional American football league consisting of 32 teams, divided equally between the National Football Conference (NFC) and the American Football Conference (AFC). The NFL is one of the major professional sports leagues in North America and is considered the highest level of American football in the world. With a rich history dating back to 1920, the NFL has become a cultural phenomenon, attracting millions of fans across the United States and internationally. The league is known for its highly competitive games, physicality, and strategic gameplay. NFL teams compete annually for the ultimate prize, the Super Bowl, which is the championship game and one of the most-watched sporting events globally.