The National Football League (NFL) is a professional American football league that is widely regarded as the pinnacle of the sport. Founded in 1920, the NFL consists of 32 teams evenly divided between the National Football Conference (NFC) and the American Football Conference (AFC). The league’s regular season runs from September to December, with each team playing 17 games. The NFL playoffs culminate in the Super Bowl, the league’s championship game held annually in February. Known for its physicality, strategy, and athleticism, the NFL has a massive fan base and generates significant revenue through television contracts, merchandise sales, and ticket sales. The league has become a cultural phenomenon, with fans eagerly following their favorite teams and players, making NFL one of the most-watched sports leagues globally.