For the first time in years, the AFC West looks like an all-around competitive division in the NFL. It’s been dominated by one team, the Kansas City Chiefs, for nearly a decade, and while the Chiefs are still the favorites, they’re by no means a shoo-in division title winner. The Denver Broncos look like a team ready to contend, the Los Angeles Chargers should still be competitive, and the Las Vegas Raiders have retooled their coaching staff and roster.
In 2025, the success of every AFC West team will hinge on a few key, “make or break” players. If these players, who aren’t necessarily the superstars of their squad, perform well, then the entire team around should follow suit. However, if the players have a down year, then their team might suffer some drastic consequences.
