AFC Notes: Chris Jones, Fernando Mendoza, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders

This AFC roundup highlights key developments across the Chargers, Chiefs, and Raiders organizations. Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel will remain the primary playcaller despite the winless team's struggles. Meanwhile, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid defended defensive tackle Chris Jones, emphasizing that Jones continues to give maximum effort while routinely commanding double-teams from opposing offensive lines.

In Las Vegas, Raiders owner Mark Davis stated there is zero pressure to bench veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Fernando Mendoza. Davis emphasized that having Cousins serve as a bridge starter provides Mendoza the necessary time to properly develop professional fundamentals alongside advisor Tom Brady.