NFC South

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The NFC South is a division of the National Football League (NFL)'s National Football Conference (NFC). Established in 2002 as part of the NFL's reorganization plan to create a more balanced and competitive league structure, the NFC South comprises four teams located in the southeastern part of the United States.

History[edit | edit source]

The NFC South was created when the NFL realigned divisions following the addition of the Houston Texans in 2002. This realignment was designed to balance the number of teams in each division and to renew traditional rivalries within a more geographically logical framework.

Teams[edit | edit source]

The NFC South consists of the following teams:

Each of these teams has had varying degrees of success within the division and in the NFL at large, contributing to the competitive nature of the division.

Championships[edit | edit source]

The teams in the NFC South have been competitive in the NFL, with multiple Super Bowl appearances and victories among them. The division is known for its unpredictability, with different teams often rising to prominence in different seasons.

Rivalries[edit | edit source]

Rivalries within the NFC South are intense due to the geographical proximity and frequent matchups between the teams. Some notable rivalries include:

Falcons vs. Saints
Panthers vs. Buccaneers

These rivalries add a significant level of excitement and competition to the division.

Season structure[edit | edit source]

Each team in the NFC South plays a total of 16 regular season games: 6 games against its divisional opponents (home and away against each), 4 games against another division from the NFC, 4 games against a division from the American Football Conference (AFC), and 2 games against NFC teams that finished in the same position in their respective divisions the previous season.

Impact on the NFL[edit | edit source]

The NFC South has had a significant impact on the NFL since its inception, with its teams often playing crucial roles in the postseason. The division's teams have also been involved in some of the most memorable games and moments in NFL history.

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