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The wait is finally over, football is back! The NFL season officially kicked off last night with an intense divisional matchup as the Philadelphia Eagles faced the Dallas Cowboys. The Eagles-Cowboys rivalry kicking off the NFL season reminds us why football drama is so irresistible to watch.  The rivalry began when Dallas joined the league in 1960 and landed in the same division as Philadelphia, guaranteeing they’d clash twice every year.  And it didn’t take long for the drama to start. Rookie star Jalen Carter was disqualified from the game after committing an unprofessional conduct penalty before Dallas’ first offensive snap. Tonight, the excitement continues with the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Los Angeles Chargers. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just here for the snacks and the beer, there’s nothing like the energy of opening week.  Get in the zone for football season by watching 1st & Ten , which originally aired on HBO in the early 1990's. This TV show...

It’s football season! Many people have been coveting the joy of tailgates, stadium food, and fantasy football leagues. The NFL has come a long way since it was founded in 1920 . What started as a league with basic rules and leather helmets has evolved into a high-tech, strategy-driven, and safety-focused mega-giant of professional sports. It’s fascinating to look back at how far the league has come since its humble beginnings in 1920, and What better way to do that than by revisiting HBO’s classic show, 1st & Ten , which gave us an inside peek behind the scenes of pro football’s chaotic and scandalous world.  The Evolution of Football: From the 1800s to Today Let’s dive into some significant shifts that have shaped the NFL into what we see today. American football has been around since 1869 when the first college football game was played between Princeton and Rutgers. The birth of professional football in the United States is considered to have occurred on November 12, 1892, ...

The NFL is gearing up for an extraordinary start to the 2023 season tonight as the defending Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs take on the Detroit Lions. As any true football team knows, Football is not just about touchdowns and tackles. The announcement of the "World's Largest Tailgate" event preceding the NFL Kickoff Game promises an unforgettable experience for football fans worldwide.  Imagine this: You're surrounded by fellow fans, and immersed in a carnival of activities and entertainment. It's the World's Largest Tailgate, and it's not just about the game but the entire football experience. This massive extravaganza isn't just about touchdowns and tackles; it's also about the camaraderie and passion that football fans share. Scheduled for September 7th, 2023, this event aims to unite fans to celebrate the sport they love. If you can't get to the world’s largest tailgate, you should stream some football related films to get you int...