AFC West Notebook: Big things in store for Welker; Allen sees Gates as mentor
Every Monday and Friday, theScore's NFL editors will bring you a roundup of everything you need to know from around the division with the AFC West Notebook.
Denver Broncos
Jack Del Rio prepping for rematch with Patriots. The Broncos' defensive coordinator talks about the challenges that come with facing New England's explosive offense.
Broncos believe big things in store for Wes Welker. Denver's slot receiver hasn't put up big numbers through five games, but the team expects that to change, ESPN reports.
Broncos' Von Miller named AFC Defensive Player of the Month. The team's official website takes a look back at the linebacker's strong month.
Kansas City Chiefs
Chiefs' assistant coaches liked what they saw during Royals' World Series run. Kansas City's coaching staff talks about what it took away from the baseball team's stunning October, The Kansas City Star reports.
Chiefs' coaching staff put a lot of work into Knile Davis. Kansas City's special teams coordinator Dave Toub spent a lot of time helping Davis to become one of the league's better kick returners, ESPN reports.
Chiefs have none of NFL's top 35 rookies. The Chiefs haven't given a ton of playing time to any of their rookies and that reflects in Mel Kiper Jr.'s midseason rookie report.
Oakland Raiders
The Raiders' hope for more points to go with uptick in yards. ESPN takes a closer look at the progress the Raiders' offense has made under interim coach Tony Sparano.
Raiders saw Khalil Mack's impact. The Raiders' scouting team deserves a ton of credit for recognizing Mack's talent, according to ESPN.
Raiders want to see continued growth from Mychal Rivera. Oakland hopes to get its top tight end continues to develop positively, ESPN reports.
San Diego Chargers
Keenan Allen sees Antonio Gates as a mentor. The Chargers' official website reports on the relationship between the two pass catchers.
The Chargers are getting healthy. Brandon Flowers and Jerry Attaochu have returned to practice, and Ryan Mathews, Melvin Ingram and Manti Te'o are nearing returns, U-T San Diego reports.
Jason Verrett out indefinitely. The Chargers' secondary has taken a hit with the rookie cornerback set to miss an extended period of time with a torn labrum in his left shoulder, U-T San Diego reports.