If you’re an NFL fan, you’ve seen the familiar transaction crawl: Team X signs Player Y to the practice squad. It happens dozens of times every week, yet few fans fully understand how these NFL practice squads operate. They’re not just backups or developmental players—they’re a vital, flexible part of the NFL’s ecosystem, bridging the […]
Inspirational Football Stories Archive
You'll find interesting football stories on individual players and coaches. You'll find insights into how players think about the game.
Check out our fun and interesting features on pros like Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers. Or, learn about NFL teams like the Cowboys and Broncos, college teams, and youth squads. We cover topics like the history of college football and fun facts about the Super Bowl.
Many of our readers enjoy stories of players overcoming obstacles. For example, read about the cancer survivor who went on to play D1 college ball. Or another example, you might like the Iowa Hawkeyes tradition of players, coaches, and fans acknowledging hospital patients. And we have fan guides for pro and college teams. There's even an article with some winning tips for your Thanksgiving game of touch.
And that's not all. One of our favorites is a story about the homecoming queen who kicks a winning field goal. Also, find out all you can about one of the rising stars of the NFL: Lamar Jackson. We take a deep dive into his bio, quotes, and fun facts.
NFL Tailgating at Lambeau Field and Arrowhead
Few experiences in American sports culture rival the sensory overload of NFL tailgating. Smoke rising from grills. The clink of bottles. Music blaring from a nearby pickup. Friends, strangers, and superfans are bonding over football and flame-grilled meats. But when it comes to the Lennon and McCartney of NFL tailgating, two cities reign supreme: Kansas […]
Understanding NFL Referees’ Jobs
Referees are the backbone of any sport. In the NFL, referees keep the game fair, safe, and exciting. Each game depends heavily on their ability to enforce rules and make quick decisions. But who are these officials, and what exactly do they do? I’ll take a closer look at the positions of an NFL officiating […]
How Quarterbacks Use Cadence
NFL quarterbacks do much more than just throw the ball. One of their most powerful tools? Cadence. A quarterback’s cadence is their spoken rhythm at the line of scrimmage. It tells the offense when to snap the ball—and sometimes, much more. From disguising plays to drawing penalties, cadence is a weapon used with precision and […]
How Fantasy Is Changing Game Watching
It used to be simple. You picked your team, tuned in on Sundays, and rooted for them through thick and thin. You booed the rivals, argued over bad calls, and waited all week for the glory of game day. Then came fantasy football, and the rules of fandom got flipped on their head. Now, NFL […]
Football Terms and Definitions
Our football terms and definitions will help you understand and appreciate the game. Think of this as an in-depth football dictionary. This page serves as a quick-glance guide to learning each football term’s meaning. But if you want to go more in-depth on some of the football terms, take the link to the term being […]
College Football to the NFL: History of the Game
Who doesn’t love a good college football or NFL game? We spend Saturdays glued to the television watching College Football. Sundays, Mondays, and Thursdays are devoted to a heavy dose of NFL games. We think about football pretty much 24-7. The Story Behind College Football and the NFL When you’re thinking about the game, it’s […]
Football Coach and Parent Resources
Our football coach and parent resources provide helpful tools for a youth football team. Football quotes, slogans, award certificates, jokes, captions, team names, and off-season training programs. So, have a look and see if there’s something of interest. Football Coach Resources Football Quotes Some examples: A football coach is someone willing to lay down your […]
The Most Influential Pro Football Scout: Lloyd Wells
When Lamar Hunt and the Kansas City Chiefs hired Lloyd Wells in 1963, the world of professional football scouting changed forever. Wells became the first full-time, African-American scout in NFL history, a position that was groundbreaking not just for his talent but also for his race. While his legacy has often been overshadowed by more […]
Vince Lombardi – The Pursuit of Excellence
Vince Lombardi is a name synonymous with success, leadership, and a fierce, unyielding drive to win. His legacy as a coach, motivator, and strategist has become a benchmark for greatness in the NFL. Beyond his five championships with the Green Bay Packers, Lombardi’s philosophy transcended the game itself. It influenced not only football but American […]
Tom Brady Quotes
Our Tom Brady quotes might remind you of his team leadership or his skilled passing. Being the only player to have won seven Super Bowls makes Tom Brady a really special football quarterback. He has won six with the New England Patriots and one with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, that is only the beginning […]
Stadium Footwear Favorites
Attending a football game involves walking to your seat, stepping out for refreshments, standing, and sometimes stomping your feet. Therefore, it’s important to have comfortable shoes for games. We’ve found two pairs that we think you’ll like. The Muckster Lite Clog The Original Muck Boot Company partnered with the folks at Barstool Sports and owner […]