Football AFC West - 7 games left - Page 5

Mile High Mania · 11-10-2014, 09:05 AM

Hola - so I've taken a break from posting here for the most part and I think we're all happier.

However, going into the final stretch of 7 games with the bye weeks done, it looks like it's going to be a nice battle for the division crown.

Not much room for error, quite honestly, with each team having at least 3 difficult (in red) games in the final 7. The Chargers, in my opinion have the toughest road with the Ravens, Patriots, Denver, SF and KC. They're really going to have to turn it on to make up the 2 game gap, otherwise they're pinning their hopes on a wildcard, which is more difficult as the 3rd place divisional team ... and you have three 6 win teams in the North.

Denver and KC have the game @KC and that could mean everything. If KC can knock off SEA next week, that's a monstrous development for the race. My guess is most chalked that up as a loss, but they've been very mortal lately.

Denver has looked anything but unbeatable the last few weeks, they've played ok, but the OL is having issues - too many penalties and the defense bends and breaks on 3rd down against aggressive teams.

At some point, that could cost them a win against a Miami or Cincy.

Nice win for KC at Buffalo yesterday, good road win. At the very least, it appears right now that we have a 3-team race. Should look that way for the next 2 weeks, as I think SD can win two straight (OAK, STL). All three teams can win their next two games and then we're heading into December with quite the finish for the divisional crown.

Good luck with all that...

Broncos (7-2 overall / 3-0 Div)
Lost @ SEA and @ NEP
@ STL
MIA
@KC
BUF
@SD
@CIN
OAK

Chiefs (6-3 overall / 1-1 Div)
Lost to TEN, @ DEN and @ SFF
SEA
@OAK
DEN
@AZ
OAK
@PIT
SD

Chargers (5-4 overall / 1-2 Div)
Lost @AZ, to KC, @ DEN and @MIA
OAK
STL
@BAL
NEP
DEN
@SF
@KC

crazycoffey · 11-11-2014, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

BTW, I'm calling my shot in this thread. Denver has absolutely lived rent free in this team's head since Peyton went there.

We're going to beat them at home.

Not a bad call, I think the team gained confidence in Denver earlier this year and discovered how to beat them. Man, I hope you're right.

TEX · 11-11-2014, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Mother****erJones

They didn't overlook us. It was a MNF AFC matchup. Sorry you're butthurt you got stomped.

Mile High Mania · 11-11-2014, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by crazycoffey

Not a bad call, I think the team gained confidence in Denver earlier this year and discovered how to beat them. Man, I hope you're right.

Anything can happen @ Arrowhead. KC owned the clock in Denver, by most accounts - that should have worked and it kept them in the game late.

That was week 2.. Sanders is much more comfortable in that offense and the defense is much more comfortable with each other. Sure, they bend/break more than I care for, but the team now is much better than week 2.

And, KC is doing really well - KC and Denver are tied at 27 with turning the ball over on offense only 8 times through 9 games, that big. KC plays mistake free and if they can do that and control the clock, they can certainly win in KC.

CoMoChief · 11-11-2014, 11:10 AM

Chargers have a gauntlet of death to close out their season. I seriously doubt they'll make the playoffs.

It's going to be a 2-team race in the AFCW. Can't wait to attend that SNF game against Denver. Arrowhead is going to be rockin'.

Mile High Mania · 11-13-2014, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Strongside

Denver @ St. Louis is going to be a tougher game than you'd think. Don't be surprised if the Rams play them close or even pull out a big upset.

Still feeling that way with the news that Fisher is going with Shaun Hill at QB?

Mother****erJones · 11-13-2014, 01:24 PM

Denver will roll St. Louis

ofcourse they get rolled. Good job St. Louis

Mile High Mania · 11-13-2014, 01:31 PM

I think after this week, Denver will have a 2 game lead over KC and SD, tied at 6 wins. Presents the scenario below with 6 left...

Broncos (8-2 overall / 3-0 Div)
MIA
@KC
BUF
@SD
@CIN
OAK

Denver would have 8 wins and 3 "should win easy" games, putting them at 11 worst case.

Chiefs (6-4 overall / 1-1 Div)
@OAK
DEN
@AZ
OAK
@PIT
SD

KC would have 6 wins and 2 "should win easy" games, putting them at 8 worst case.

Chargers (6-4 overall / 1-2 Div)
STL
@BAL
NEP
DEN
@SF
@KC

SD would have 6 wins and 1 "should win easy" game, putting them at 7 worst case.

Obviously, KC has to beat Denver to have a chance at a divisional crown if the lose at home to SEA. Window for error is slim, really.

Mother****erJones · 11-13-2014, 01:42 PM

Our window is so slim. We need to win each and every week in order to have a slight chance at the division.

InChiefsHeaven · 11-13-2014, 02:41 PM

God, the idea of going 13-3 again makes me puke. I just hate that number...

I don't think we have to win out, but earlier someone said we need to win out at home. I agree, but that would mean beating Denver, Seattle, Raiders and Chargers. If we can do THAT...who the hell is gonna beat us, even on the road? Maybe the Cardinals...

I want to believe, and I think a wild card spot is a good bet. But it's gonna be a helluva ride...

Mile High Mania · 11-13-2014, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by InChiefsHell

God, the idea of going 13-3 again makes me puke. I just hate that number...

I don't think we have to win out, but earlier someone said we need to win out at home. I agree, but that would mean beating Denver, Seattle, Raiders and Chargers. If we can do THAT...who the hell is gonna beat us, even on the road? Maybe the Cardinals...

I want to believe, and I think a wild card spot is a good bet. But it's gonna be a helluva ride...

Total wins don't concern me much anymore, win the division and get as many home games as you can... I've seen my team lose at home and on the road in the playoffs, I've seen them win big games at home and on the road. Whatever.

Direckshun · 11-13-2014, 03:04 PM

Our schedule is just brutal this year.

Our last seven games this year, other than two Oakland gimmes, are the Seahawks, the Broncos, the Cardinals, the Steelers, and the Chargers.

I tell you what. If we end up in the playoffs this year, we'll be a legit challenge to anyone. That is a ****ing gauntlet.

Mile High Mania · 11-13-2014, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

Our schedule is just brutal this year.

Our last seven games this year, other than two Oakland gimmes, are the Seahawks, the Broncos, the Cardinals, the Steelers, and the Chargers.

I tell you what. If we end up in the playoffs this year, we'll be a legit challenge to anyone. That is a ****ing gauntlet.

Enh. KC got the #2 schedule, not much different than what Denver had... and Denver had the Colts, KC, Seattle, Arizona, (jets) and SanFran in the first 6 weeks ... and then SD and New England.

Randallflagg · 11-13-2014, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

BTW, I'm calling my shot in this thread. Denver has absolutely lived rent free in this team's head since Peyton went there.

We're going to beat them at home.

In on that. I believe the Chiefs take them at home also. These damned division games are always a toss up.

Mile High Mania · 11-13-2014, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BiStateNo

In on that. I believe the Chiefs take them at home also. These damned division games are always a toss up.

I didn't realize until I looked it up... Denver has won the last 5 games vs KC, with KC's last win being the 7-3 thriller in Denver to close out the 2011 season vs Tebow.

This should be a good one, KC's gonna need those WRs...

Direckshun · 11-13-2014, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Mile High Mania

Enh. KC got the #2 schedule, not much different than what Denver had... and Denver had the Colts, KC, Seattle, Arizona, (jets) and SanFran in the first 6 weeks ... and then SD and New England.

Not sure how this is a rebuttal to my point, but okay.

KC's schedule can't be tough... because Denver has it too?

11-10-2014, 09:05 AM
Mile High Mania #triggering Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Tejas Casino cash: $3457229	AFC West - 7 games left Hola - so I've taken a break from posting here for the most part and I think we're all happier. However, going into the final stretch of 7 games with the bye weeks done, it looks like it's going to be a nice battle for the division crown. Not much room for error, quite honestly, with each team having at least 3 difficult (in red) games in the final 7. The Chargers, in my opinion have the toughest road with the Ravens, Patriots, Denver, SF and KC. They're really going to have to turn it on to make up the 2 game gap, otherwise they're pinning their hopes on a wildcard, which is more difficult as the 3rd place divisional team ... and you have three 6 win teams in the North. Denver and KC have the game @KC and that could mean everything. If KC can knock off SEA next week, that's a monstrous development for the race. My guess is most chalked that up as a loss, but they've been very mortal lately. Denver has looked anything but unbeatable the last few weeks, they've played ok, but the OL is having issues - too many penalties and the defense bends and breaks on 3rd down against aggressive teams. At some point, that could cost them a win against a Miami or Cincy. Nice win for KC at Buffalo yesterday, good road win. At the very least, it appears right now that we have a 3-team race. Should look that way for the next 2 weeks, as I think SD can win two straight (OAK, STL). All three teams can win their next two games and then we're heading into December with quite the finish for the divisional crown. Good luck with all that... Broncos (7-2 overall / 3-0 Div) Lost @ SEA and @ NEP @ STL MIA @KC BUF @SD @CIN OAK Chiefs (6-3 overall / 1-1 Div) Lost to TEN, @ DEN and @ SFF SEA @OAK DEN @AZ OAK @PIT SD Chargers (5-4 overall / 1-2 Div) Lost @AZ, to KC, @ DEN and @MIA OAK STL @BAL NEP DEN @SF @KC
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CoMoChief Mahomes Dynasty Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Parts Unknown Casino cash: $8032254	Chargers have a gauntlet of death to close out their season. I seriously doubt they'll make the playoffs. It's going to be a 2-team race in the AFCW. Can't wait to attend that SNF game against Denver. Arrowhead is going to be rockin'. __________________
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11-13-2014, 01:31 PM	#67
Mile High Mania #triggering Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Tejas Casino cash: $3457229	I think after this week, Denver will have a 2 game lead over KC and SD, tied at 6 wins. Presents the scenario below with 6 left... Broncos (8-2 overall / 3-0 Div) MIA @KC BUF @SD @CIN OAK Denver would have 8 wins and 3 "should win easy" games, putting them at 11 worst case. Chiefs (6-4 overall / 1-1 Div) @OAK DEN @AZ OAK @PIT SD KC would have 6 wins and 2 "should win easy" games, putting them at 8 worst case. Chargers (6-4 overall / 1-2 Div) STL @BAL NEP DEN @SF @KC SD would have 6 wins and 1 "should win easy" game, putting them at 7 worst case. Obviously, KC has to beat Denver to have a chance at a divisional crown if the lose at home to SEA. Window for error is slim, really. __________________
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InChiefsHeaven Rockin' yer FACE OFF! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Casino cash: $3634937	God, the idea of going 13-3 again makes me puke. I just hate that number... I don't think we have to win out, but earlier someone said we need to win out at home. I agree, but that would mean beating Denver, Seattle, Raiders and Chargers. If we can do THAT...who the hell is gonna beat us, even on the road? Maybe the Cardinals... I want to believe, and I think a wild card spot is a good bet. But it's gonna be a helluva ride... __________________ We have a million reasons for failure, but not one excuse... Die Donks, DIE!! Holy Crap fellas!!! We did it!!! THREE TIMES!!!
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11-13-2014, 03:04 PM	#71
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4183447	Our schedule is just brutal this year. Our last seven games this year, other than two Oakland gimmes, are the Seahawks, the Broncos, the Cardinals, the Steelers, and the Chargers. I tell you what. If we end up in the playoffs this year, we'll be a legit challenge to anyone. That is a ****ing gauntlet.
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