Buffalo’s deadline quiet dooms their AFC East hopes\nThe Bills followed a win over Kansas City with an unexpected loss at Miami, and their inactivity at the trade deadline has raised questions about defensive depth — they’ve struggled against the run this year. New England’s run to 8-2 and the Bills’ 2-2 divisional mark have amplified the concern. Verdict: OVERREACTION. It’s premature to hand the division to New England. Buffalo’s roster and coaching staff have repeatedly shown the ability to get a defense right by November/December; two months of football remain and they have the personnel to recover.
Chiefs-Broncos next week decides AFC West momentum\nDenver sits at 8-2 after a string of tight, low-scoring wins; Kansas City is 5-4 and travels to Denver off a bye. The Week 11 meeting has big implications for standings, tiebreakers and momentum. Verdict: NOT AN OVERREACTION. Winning that matchup will materially change the AFC West picture: a Chiefs victory would keep Kansas City alive with favorable tiebreak scenarios and carry momentum, while a Broncos win would put Denver in a much stronger posture heading into the stretch.
Seahawks-Rams winner overblown as division decider\nSe
