NFL's Most Intense and Enduring Rivalries

Examining the rivalries that have defined NFL history, from the longest-standing feuds to those with the most high-stakes playoff encounters.

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Longest-Running Rivalries in NFL History: The Green Bay Packers vs. Chicago Bears is the NFL's oldest rivalry, dating back to 1921, with over 200 meetings.
Rivalries with Most Playoff Matchups: The Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers and the Green Bay Packers vs. San Francisco 49ers are among the rivalries with the most playoff meetings, with the Cowboys-49ers having met nine times and Packers-49ers ten times.
Rivalries with Closest All-Time Records: The New York Giants vs. Philadelphia Eagles rivalry is notably close, with the Eagles holding a slight edge at 94-89-2. Other closely contested rivalries include the Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers, with the 49ers leading 20-19-1.