NFL Week 16 Picks: How the AFC West Will Be Won

Amidst the mania of Saturday football and last-second Christmas shopping, a very clear picture emerges that places the Denver Broncos in the playoffs for the first time in six years. 

It's time to break out the Tim Tebow replica and pop open the champagne. The playoffs loom just a few short hours away. The Broncos can step back in with the big boys that hold their heads high. I am talking postseason, and I predict it comes just a day before Christmas. 

You Denver Broncos fans may have woke today with the feeling that something special was near. I understand that is just the buzz of having Tebow lead your team, but this is different. 

Savor today because it will be historic. 

Raiders at Chiefs

This game is all about momentum, and the Raiders have none of it. Just like that one shot you hit well in a round of golf, the Chiefs saved their season with one glorious win. 

Kansas City is playing for pure pride, something that helped them get over on the best team in football. The Packers were stunned by the defense and alert effort the Chiefs gave last week. 

The same goes for week 16, and not that they will need it. The Raiders continue a downward spiral that will have them lose a rivalry game they don't have the heart to win. This game will be tight, but I pick the team with all the momentum in the Chiefs. 

Broncos at Bills

The Bills just don't have the mental wherewithal to mount a win over a team that has seemingly been blesses. 

Buffalo is far too prone to mistakes in the form of flags and turnovers. The Broncos face an easy game in which they just have to take care of the ball and can then waltz into the playoffs.

Now that is a Christmas resent every Broncos fan can appreciate.

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