The Denver Broncos secured a narrow victory over the Las Vegas Raiders with a score of 10-7 during a “Thursday Night Football” matchup, influencing the landscape of the AFC West as the NFL progresses through Week 10 of the season. This win raises questions about whether 2025 could be the year a team finally unseats the Kansas City Chiefs from their long-held dominance in the division.
The current standings in the AFC West after Denver”s triumph reveal an emerging competition. The Broncos now lead the division with a record of 8-2, while the Los Angeles Chargers follow closely with a 6-3 record. The Chiefs sit at 5-4, and the Raiders linger at the bottom with a 2-7 record.
Entering Week 10, the Broncos were positioned at the top of the division, and their recent win only solidifies their grip. With seven consecutive victories to their name, Denver”s defense and timely performances in the fourth quarter have been pivotal. Notably, six of their eight victories have come by a margin of one score, including a remarkable comeback against the New York Giants in Week 7. Although the Broncos” offense has not been entirely convincing as a Super Bowl contender, the accumulation of wins suggests they may have their best chance at an AFC West title since 2015.
Meanwhile, the Chargers are not far behind. They are currently in second place and are preparing for a “Sunday Night Football” showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers after bouncing back from a 1-3 stretch to win their last two games. Despite dealing with injuries, quarterback Justin Herbert continues to perform well, positioning Los Angeles for a potential division title, their first since 2009.
The Chiefs, enjoying a bye in Week 10, remain in contention for a playoff spot, a position they have held for the last decade. However, with their current record of 5-4, improvements are necessary if they aim to reclaim the division crown. Their upcoming matchups against the Broncos and Chargers will significantly impact their quest for the title.
As for the Raiders, their disappointing 2-7 record points toward another season likely ending with a high draft pick, despite higher expectations under head coach Pete Carroll.
Broncos” Upcoming Schedule
The Broncos have several crucial divisional games left on their schedule, including two against the Chiefs. They also face challenging matchups against the Packers and Jaguars. The remaining schedule for Denver includes:
- November 16 vs. Chiefs at 4:25 PM
- November 30 at Commanders at 8:20 PM
- December 7 at Raiders at 4:05 PM
- December 14 vs. Packers at 4:25 PM
- December 21 vs. Jaguars at 4:05 PM
- December 25 at Chiefs at 8:15 PM
Chiefs” Upcoming Schedule
The Chiefs will look to regain momentum when they return from their bye week to face the Broncos in Week 11, followed by a matchup against the Colts in Week 12. Their remaining regular season schedule includes:
- November 16 at Broncos at 4:25 PM
- November 23 vs. Colts at 1 PM
- November 27 at Cowboys at 4:30 PM
- December 7 vs. Texans at 8:20 PM
- December 14 vs. Chargers at 1 PM
- December 21 at Titans at 1 PM
- December 25 vs. Broncos at 8:15 PM
Chargers” Upcoming Schedule
The Chargers have one divisional clash remaining against each team, with additional challenges from games against the Steelers, Jaguars, Cowboys, and Eagles. Their final stretch includes:
- November 9 vs. Steelers at 8:20 PM
- November 16 at Jaguars at 1 PM
- November 30 vs. Raiders at 4:25 PM
- December 8 vs. Eagles at 8:15 PM
- December 14 at Chiefs at 1 PM
- December 21 at Cowboys at 1 PM
As the season progresses, the AFC West is shaping up to be a tightly contested race, with the Broncos currently leading the charge.
