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Updated AFC playoff picture after Week 8 delivers bad news for the Chiefs

The Chiefs' meltdown in Denver has them facing a much tougher road toward the postseason.

By Leigh Oleszczak · Arrowhead Addict

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 1:27 AM

Key Things to Know

A Week 8 loss to Denver dropped the Kansas City Chiefs to the No. 5 seed in the AFC.
The 6-2 Denver Broncos took over first place in the AFC West ahead of the 5-2 Chiefs.
The Buffalo Bills lead the AFC standings at 6-1, holding the conference's sole first-round bye.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Following a Week 8 defeat against the Denver Broncos, the Kansas City Chiefs fell to second place in the AFC West with a 5-2 record. The loss dropped Kansas City to the No. 5 seed in the conference standings, meaning they would face a wild-card matchup on the road against the Jacksonville Jaguars if the postseason started today.

The Buffalo Bills currently lead the conference with a 6-1 record, while Denver and the Pittsburgh Steelers sit at 6-2. Despite the setback, the article notes that the Chiefs face a manageable upcoming slate against the New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons, and Arizona Cardinals before a Thanksgiving matchup against Buffalo.

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