The Denver Broncos not only have the best record in the AFC West, but also the best record in the NFL as they enter their Week 12 bye. The Broncos took the top spot in the AFC over the New England Patriots, while the NFC is led by the Philadelphia Eagles, whom Denver beat in Week 5. Let's take a look at the AFC playoff picture entering Week 12.

The Denver Broncos picked up their ninth win of the season and it came at the expense of their AFC West rival Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday evening.

Lutz made all five of his field-goal attempts and added an extra point as he totaled 16 points in the Broncos’ huge divisional win.

The Denver Broncos have shown resilience this season, highlighted by their 22-19 win over the Kansas City Chiefs.

Denver's defense currently leads the NFL in sacks (46), quarterback pressures (167), and pressure rate (42.9%) through Week 10 while also allowing the third-fewest amount of yards per game (270.7) and points per game (17.3).

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A third-and-8 strike to Franklin and third-and-15 conversion to Sutton were special plays in Broncos' 22-19 win.

The Denver Broncos beat the now 5-5 Kansas City Chiefs 22-19, and have a commanding lead in the AFC West. Colin Cowherd asks if the Chiefs are in any danger of missing the playoffs.