The Kansas City Chiefs lead the AFC West at 5-1, half a game ahead of the Denver Broncos (5-2).
The Statz season simulation makes the Broncos favourites to win the AFC West.
The next division game is the Kansas City Chiefs at the Denver Broncos in Week 8 on Sunday, November 1 at 4:25 PM ET.
Since 2018, the Chiefs have won the AFC West seven times, most recently in 2024.
AFC West standings 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who is leading the AFC West in 2026?
The Kansas City Chiefs lead the AFC West at 5-1, half a game ahead of the Denver Broncos (5-2).
Who won the AFC West in 2025?
The Denver Broncos won the AFC West in 2025 with a 14-3 record, earning the AFC's No. 1 seed, and lost the AFC Championship Game to the New England Patriots.
Who is favoured to win the AFC West in 2026?
The Statz season simulation makes the Denver Broncos the favourites to win the AFC West in 2026.
When is the next AFC West game?
The Kansas City Chiefs visit the Denver Broncos in Week 8 on Sunday, November 1 at 4:25 PM ET.
Who has won the most AFC West titles since 2018?
Since 2018 the AFC West has been won by the Kansas City Chiefs seven times (2018–2024) and the Denver Broncos once (2025).
What are the AFC West records in 2026?
The Chiefs 5-1 (3-0 in the division), the Broncos 5-2 (1-1 in the division), the Raiders 3-4 (1-1 in the division) and the Chargers 0-6 (0-3 in the division).
Who is last in the AFC West?
The Los Angeles Chargers are bottom of the AFC West at 0-6.
Which AFC West team has the best point differential?
The Kansas City Chiefs at +40, scoring 143 and allowing 103.
How are ties broken in the AFC West standings?
When division rivals are level on record, the NFL separates them by head-to-head record first, then record in division games, then record in common games, then record in conference games, and after that strength of victory and strength of schedule. The division winner is guaranteed one of the conference's top four playoff seeds and at least one home playoff game.