Video - The Evolution of American Football

Did you know that American football was originally created as a safer alternative to the violent sport of rugby? The first game of American football took place in 1869 between Rutgers and Princeton and had different rules than the game we know today. The iconic football shape was inspired by the shape of a pig's bladder, which was used as a ball in early versions of the sport. The NFL, founded in 1920, has grown to become one of the most popular sports leagues in the world, with the Super Bowl being one of the most-watched events annually. Who's your favorite football team?