The AFC (American Football Conference) is made up of 16 teams across four divisions. Below is the full list of AFC teams by division, with each team linked to its 2026 schedule, plus a free printable version. For the other conference, see the list of NFC teams, and for both together see our full NFL teams by division list.
AFC Teams: Quick Facts
- Conference: AFC (American Football Conference).
- Teams: 16.
- Divisions: 4 (East, North, South, West).
- Printable: free AFC team list PDF.
- See also: the NFC teams and the full NFL list.
List of AFC Teams by Division
AFC East
AFC North
AFC South
AFC West
How the AFC Is Structured
The AFC is one of the two conferences in the NFL, alongside the NFC. It is split into four divisions of four teams each: AFC East, North, South, and West. Teams play division rivals twice a year, and the AFC champion reaches the Super Bowl to face the NFC champion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teams are in the AFC?
The AFC has 16 teams, split evenly into four divisions of four teams each.
What are the AFC divisions?
The four AFC divisions are AFC East, AFC North, AFC South, and AFC West, with four teams in each.
Which AFC team is the reigning division winner?
Division winners change each season. For the current picture, see our 2026 NFL standings and division odds, linked below.
More NFL Resources
- Full NFL Teams List by Division (AFC and NFC)
- List of NFC Teams
- Printable 2026 NFL Schedule Calendars (All 32 Teams)
- 2026 NFL Division Odds
- 2026 NFL Standings
- 2026 NFL Scores and Results
