AFC West: 5 reasons Chiefs will win division

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The Kansas City Chiefs were able to beat the Oakland Raiders and with the victory, put themselves in the driver’s seat for the AFC West.

Yes, things can change that quickly. The last time we saw the Chiefs, they were buys being blown out on national television by the Pittsburgh Steelers. After a bye week and some good news on Justin Houston, Kansas City came out and plowed the Raiders in their own barn.

With the victory, the Chiefs have to believe the AFC West is well within their grasp. Here are five reasons why they will claim their first division crown since 2010.

October 16, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid (center) instructs offensive tackle Mitchell Schwartz (71) during the third quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland Coliseum. The Chiefs defeated the Raiders 26-10. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Nobody pulled away

The Denver Broncos looked like they were going to run away with this thing after starting 4-0, but a pair of losses have brought them back to the field. The Raiders had a golden opportunity to put the Chiefs in a brutal spot, but couldn’t take care of buisness at home. When the smoke cleared on Sunday, Kansas City only trails Oakland and Denver by a half-game in the West, while being tied in the loss column.

It’s all going to come down to the divisional play in December. The Chiefs have contests against the Raiders and Broncos at home in Weeks 14 and 16, before visiting the San Diego Chargers on New Year’s Day. The other matchup with the Broncos is late as well, coming in Week 12.

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