Broncos Broncos HC Sean Payton didn’t minimize the importance of losing G Ben Powers for an extended period of time. “With a starting player, there’s always a — it’s never any good, but the next guy’s up and we’ll get ready to play him,’‘ Payton said, via ESPN. Broncos OL Matt Peart figures to start in Powers’ absence, but Payton was non-committal when asked who would fill the … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Pete Carroll, Sean Payton, Andy Reid, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
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Chiefs Gear Up for Must-Win Showdown Against Red-Hot Lions
The Kansas City Chiefs return home this Sunday night needing a decisive victory. After dropping three of their first five games, including a heart-wrenching 31-28 loss to the Jaguars, the defending AFC champions stand at 2-3 and must avoid slipping to 2-4 for the first time in Reid’s tenure. Patrick Mahomes has showcased his resilience despite managing a nagging groin issue. … [Read more...] about Chiefs Gear Up for Must-Win Showdown Against Red-Hot Lions
Chiefs’ next five games could define their season after 2-3 start
Kansas City's upcoming schedule, as well as the schedules of its division rivals, affords it little margin for error. … [Read more...] about Chiefs’ next five games could define their season after 2-3 start
AFC Notes: Chip Kelly, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
Broncos Broncos QB Bo Nix is being careful to not lose focus against the 0-5 Jets. “I think in the league, quite honestly, it’s a little disrespectful to consider anybody a trap team,” Nix said, via PFT. “They’re an NFL team, and they’re going to have some really good players on their defense, and it’s not really a trap game. I think any game you can walk in and slip up and … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Chip Kelly, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders
Chiefs’ Redemption on the Horizon After Heartbreaking Jaguars Loss
Kansas City’s 31-28 defeat in Jacksonville on Monday night exposed uncharacteristic flaws in a dynasty accustomed to closing games. Despite storming to a 14-0 lead, penalties, missed tackles, and a 99-yard interception return by Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd turned the tide, dropping the Chiefs to 2-3 through five games. A franchise that won an NFL-record 11 one-score games … [Read more...] about Chiefs’ Redemption on the Horizon After Heartbreaking Jaguars Loss