NEW YORK (AP) — The memorable moments and teams in NFL history can be summarized by a word or phrase such as the "Steel Curtain" or "America's Team."
And the NFL has had more than its share of those moments and teams through the years. Even though a list such as this could be virtually endless, here's a look at some of the top NFL nicknames, including players, plays, teams and even stadiums.
Team Nicknames
"Aints" — Refers to the struggles of the woeful New Orleans Saints in the 1980 season when they were the first team to finish 1-15 in a season.