A month into the 2026 NFL season, we have a better idea of where different teams stand. While some teams have established themselves as contenders and others look to be in the playoff race, there are some teams that are ready for 2026.
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The Chiefs' backfield is exponentially better than it was a year ago, but one weakness remains.
Kansas City is using multiple tight end sets at one of the NFL's highest rates, reflecting a significant shift in its offensive approach.
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Who's ACTUALLY a Threat to the Chiefs in the AFC?
Are the Kansas City Chiefs the team to beat in the AFC, or is another contender ready to challenge Patrick Mahomes? Price Carter is joined by Jarrett Bailey (@JBaileyNFL) to separate the AFC's REAL contenders from the pretenders, starting with Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos. Despite Denver's winning record, Jarrett isn't buying the Broncos as a legitimate Super Bowl threat. Plus, the guys break down whether Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills can overcome their defensive struggles, if the Patriots, Ravens and Jaguars are legitimate contenders, and why the Texans and Steelers still have questions to answer. They also discuss Kenneth Walker's incredible impact on Kansas City's offense, the Chiefs' chances of winning 12–14 games, their path to the AFC's No. 1 seed, and why the pass rush needs to start finishing plays.
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