SIZING UP THE AFC WEST

0 Comments | USA TODAY, September, 2006 | by Chris Colston

Denver Broncos Last time in playoffs: 2005, lost AFC Championship Game to Steelers 34-17. Coach: Mike Shanahan (12th year, 122-67; 14th overall, 130-79). Key additions: WR Javon Walker gives QB Jake Plummer a big target and a deep threat. Rookie RB Mike Bell might start. DE Kenard Lang replaces Trevor Pryce.

Rookie TE Tony Scheffler could make impact. Key losses: Offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak left to take the head coaching job in Houston; Mike Heimerdinger takes over. Ashley Lelie was traded to the Falcons, leaving the No.3 wide receiver job up for grabs. Player to watch: Mike Bell. It's a given that any Broncos starting RB will gain 1,000 yards, and this undrafted rookie has passed Tatum Bell in training camp. Some insiders, however, think Tatum Bell will ultimately win...