10 Jaw-Dropping NFL Facts You Need to Know!

The NFL was born in a car dealership in Canton, Ohio, in 1920, initially called the American Professional Football Association before its 1922 name change.

Only two original NFL teams still exist: the Arizona Cardinals (formerly Chicago Cardinals) and the Chicago Bears (formerly Decatur Staleys), showcasing incredible league longevity.

Until 1943, helmets were not mandatory in the NFL! Imagine the physicality of the early game without this crucial piece of protective equipment.

Despite the "pigskin" moniker, NFL footballs are made of cowhide, not pigskin, with a synthetic rubber bladder for optimal performance and grip.

The Green Bay Packers have a legendary season ticket waitlist exceeding 100,000 names, with some fans waiting a lifetime for their chance to Lambeau.

. In 1982, Redskins kicker Mark Moseley made history as the only kicker to ever win the NFL MVP award, a testament to an exceptional season.

The Buffalo Bills endured heartbreak by reaching four consecutive Super Bowls (1991-1994) but unfortunately lost all four championship matchups.e text

For years, no team played the Super Bowl in their home stadium, a streak broken in 2021 when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers triumphed at home

A rare 1-point safety can occur if a kickoff is fumbled into the receiving team's end zone and they are tackled, awarding a single point.

Super Bowl    commercials are incredibly expensive, reaching millions for a 30-second spot, reflecting the game's massive cultural and advertising impact.