Broncos emphasize next-game focus ahead of AFC West clash with Chiefs

Denver enters Week 8 riding a three-game winning streak.

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"It's the most important one because it's the next one." With focus on AFC West goal, Broncos embrace 'next-game menta Via @Broncos on X

What happened: The Denver Broncos are framing their upcoming divisional matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs around a one-game-at-a-time approach as they chase the AFC West crown. Denver comes into the contest off a 30-16 victory on Oct. 25.

Why it matters: The matchup carries direct conference seeding stakes between the AFC's No. 1 and No. 5 seeds. Kansas City seeks to rebound after dropping a 20-3 decision on Oct. 25.

By the numbers: Kansas City holds a 5-1 record on a one-game skid, while Denver sits at 5-2 with under $5 million in available cap space entering Week 8.

What to watch: The division rivals square off in Week 8 ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline.

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