The Beginning of the N.F.L.
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The year was 1920 and pro-football was in a state of confusion. The three main problems that led to all the confusion were, salaries rising, players jumping from team to team and the use of players still enrolled in college. So, on August 20, 1920, a group of men representing the four current pro teams met. When the day was done the American Professional Football Conference was born. The A.P.F.C. was formed to make one governing body over pro football. Then, on September 17, 1920, a second organizational meeting was held. At the second meeting the following teams attended:...
NFL probably would have never existed. In conclusion I feel that the NFL has had a major and positive effect on America. Even if you have season tickets like myself or you just watch from home. While watching the game I bet most people feel like just putting on their favorite player's jersey and start calling plays with their friends in the street. The NFL I feel has truly given kids something to dream about. Who wouldn't want to play in the Superbowl? So that is why I feel that Football has and always will be part of America.
NFL probably would have never existed. In conclusion I feel that the NFL has had a major and positive effect on America. Even if you have season tickets like myself or you just watch from home. While watching the game I bet most people feel like just putting on their favorite player's jersey and start calling plays with their friends in the street. The NFL I feel has truly given kids something to dream about. Who wouldn't want to play in the Superbowl? So that is why I feel that Football has and always will be part of America.
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