NFL Power Rankings: Broncos leave no doubt in latest AFC West rankings

Week 8 for the AFC West is now in the books. Let's see where the Denver Broncos stand in our latest AFC West rankings.

By Lou Scataglia · Predominantly Orange

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 1:30 PM

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Lou Scataglia ranks the Denver Broncos at number one in his updated AFC West power rankings.
Denver moved to 6-2 and took first place in the division after defeating Kansas City in Week 8.
The Kansas City Chiefs dropped to second place following consecutive losses.

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Writer Lou Scataglia ranks the Denver Broncos at the top of the AFC West power rankings after their Week 8 comeback victory against the Kansas City Chiefs. The win pushed Denver to a 6-2 record, moving them into first place in the division ahead of the 5-2 Chiefs, who dropped their second straight game.

Scataglia places the Las Vegas Raiders third at 4-4 following their win over the New York Jets, citing a strong offense but porous defense. The winless Los Angeles Chargers rank last at 0-7 following a blowout defeat to the Los Angeles Rams, with Scataglia noting struggles under head coach Mike McDaniel.

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