AFC West Preview & Scheme Breakdowns

An in-depth 2026 AFC West tactical preview that breaks down the division’s scheme evolutions, roster structures, and philosophical adjustments across the AFC West. We examine how Rob Leonard's defense in Las Vegas, Chris O’Leary’s “Minter's carryover” in Los Angeles, Steve Spagnuolo's Kansas City secondary rebuild, and Denver's elite back end will shape the division title race. Plus, a look at each offense. Learn the exact matchups and technical details that will decide the AFC West this season.—Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & AFC West Overview01:14 - Raiders Offensive Plan: Cousins & Jeanty05:00 - Rob Leonard's Defensive Scheme & Pressure07:08 - Chargers: Harbaugh-McDaniel Dynamic & OL11:20 - Jesse Minter Carryover & LA Secondary13:31 - Chiefs: Kenneth Walker & Offensive Questions15:15 - Steve Spagnuolo’s Secondary Rebuild & Front Rotation27:04 - Broncos Defense: Front Depth & Elite Secondary29:02 - Sean Payton, Bo Nix, & Division Predictions—» Join Felix and Cody each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe.—© 2026 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe