The NFL stands for The National Football League which consists of 32 teams which is divided by the NFC and AFC. The game season runs from the start of September to late December. Ultimately each team plays 16 games including a bye week. Towards the end of the season, the champisonship is played at the famous Super Bowl event. This is held during the first Sunday of February and the single-elimination game is played between the champion of the NFC and AFC.