AFC Notes: Josh Simmons, Mike McDaniel, Jaylen Waddle, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs

NFL notes across the AFC West cover recent developments for the Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Chargers, and Kansas City Chiefs. Broncos head coach Sean Payton clarified that wide receiver Jaylen Waddle wore a walking boot merely as a precaution and participated fully in practice. Meanwhile, Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh emphasized a collective push alongside offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and quarterback Justin Herbert to correct their 0-3 start.

In Kansas City, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid reported that left tackle Josh Simmons missed practice while progressing from a bulging disc in his back. Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo highlighted defensive back Chamarri Conner's versatile role, and offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy praised wide receiver Xavier Worthy for his preparation and blocking contributions in the running game.