Chargers put AFC West in chokehold in Week 4 NFL power rankings

The Los Angeles Chargers took care of business in the most dramatic way with their win over the Denver Broncos on Sunday.

The Chargers start the season 3-0, and that record is more than meets the eye. Let's break down the power rankings for the AFC West heading into Week 4.

4. Las Vegas Raiders

It's clear the Las Vegas Raiders are at the bottom of the division. The Raiders were throttled by a Marcus Mariota led Washington Commanders team in Week 3. Pete Carroll has his work cut out for him to turn this franchise into a contender.

3. Kansas City Chiefs

No one expected us to be here, but the Kansas City Chiefs look like a shell of themselves. Even if they did pick up their first win of the season on Sunday night, this team is far from being the best in anything.

2. Denver Broncos

The Denver Broncos gave the Chargers their best shot in the young season, but in the end, Sean Payton and his squad were handed an L. For now, it feels the Broncos are still the greatest threat to the Chargers.

1. Los Angeles Chargers

The Chargers were given the bizarre task of playing a divisional opponent in each of their first three games. That opportunity now has the Chargers atop the division, with everyone trying to catch them. It appears there is a new king in the AFC West.

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