The Chiefs’ projected win total at ESPN BET is 11.5, tied with the Baltimore Ravens<\/a>, Buffalo Bills<\/a> and Philadelphia Eagles<\/a> for highest number in the league. And Kansas City is again the AFC West favorite, at -120.<\/p>\n But there is real competition for their crown. The Los Angeles Chargers<\/a> and Denver Broncos<\/a> made the playoffs last season and both are -130 to return for a second straight year. Both have projected win totals of 9.5.<\/p>\n The Las Vegas Raiders<\/a> remain long shots in the division and are +340 to make the playoffs, but there is excitement around Brock Bowers<\/a> and Offensive Rookie of the Year favorite Ashton Jeanty<\/a> (+360).<\/p>\n How will things play out this season? Here are the season-long odds for the AFC West teams and our favorite bets.<\/p>\n Division betting previews:<\/strong> Best bets<\/p>\n Broncos OVER 9.5 wins (+100)<\/a> Matt Bowen:<\/strong> The Broncos won 10 games in 2024, and I’m looking at a Denver roster that addressed some key needs on both sides of the ball this offseason. Rookie running back RJ Harvey<\/a> and tight end Evan Engram<\/a> give Sean Payton’s offense more juice, while linebacker Dre Greenlaw<\/a>, safety Talanoa Hufanga<\/a> and first-year corner Jahdae Barron<\/a> bring a playmaking element to the defense. In Bo Nix<\/a>‘s second season under Payton, the Broncos hit the over and challenge for the AFC West title.<\/p>\n Pamela Maldonado:<\/strong> I’m buying the Kool-Aid. Denver won 10 games last year despite going 1-6 in one-score games, riding an inefficient Javonte Williams<\/a> while breaking in a rookie QB. Nix has a year under his belt, the offensive line is elite (maybe even the best in the league), the defense is intact and the run game gets a jolt with Harvey and J.K. Dobbins<\/a>. The Broncos are favored in 12 of 17 games in what is very manageable schedule. If Nix takes even a small step forward, Denver could be Nix-ing their one-score game problem on the way to double-digit wins.<\/p>\n Editor’s Picks<\/p>\n 2 Related<\/p>\n Raiders OVER 6.5 wins (-140)<\/a> Eric Moody:<\/strong> The Raiders could surprise bettors in 2025. Geno Smith<\/a> brings stability and efficiency at quarterback and ranks among the league’s best deep passers over the past three seasons. Coming off a record-breaking college career, Jeanty adds a dynamic ground game to the offense, giving the Raiders much-needed balance. Pair that with Bowers, who set rookie records for receptions and receiving yards, and the offense looks ready to take a big leap. Head coach Pete Carroll’s energy and defensive end Maxx Crosby<\/a>‘s bounce-back potential make the Raiders frisky enough to clear expectations.<\/p>\n Chargers OVER 9.5 wins (+105)<\/a> Moody:<\/strong> Quarterback Justin Herbert<\/a> is coming off one of his most efficient seasons, throwing for 3,870 yards, 23 touchdowns and only three interceptions while also adding a career-high 306 rushing yards. Keenan Allen<\/a> is back in the fold to join Ladd McConkey<\/a>, and the Chargers reinforced the offense by drafting explosive WR Tre Harris<\/a> and upgrading at tight end with Tyler Conklin<\/a>. Rookie RB Omarion Hampton<\/a> and veteran Najee Harris<\/a> bolster a power-run scheme designed to unlock Herbert’s deep passing. Even with Rashawn Slater<\/a>‘s injury, the O-line remains strong, and Jim Harbaugh’s winning pedigree gives Los Angeles a clear playoff path.<\/p>\n AFC West odds<\/p>\n 2024:<\/strong> KC (15-2, 7-10 ATS), LAC (11-6, 13-4), DEN (10-7, 12-5), LV (4-13, 7-10)<\/p>\n Did you know?<\/p>\n Courtesy ESPN Research<\/p>\n Patrick Mahomes<\/a> is coming off career-worsts in sacks (36) and passing yards per game (245), but is tied with Josh Allen<\/a> for the third-shortest odds (+650) to win MVP.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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