AFC West standings, playoff picture after Week 14

The Chargers improved to 8-5 after beating the Giants on Sunday afternoon.

Following the win, how does it affect Los Angeles, and how does it stack up with the other teams in the AFC West and conference?

Here’s a look at the division standings entering Week 15 and their matchup against the Chiefs on Thursday night:

1. Chiefs (9-4)

2. Chargers (8-5)

3. Broncos (7-6)

4. Raiders (6-7)

And, a look at the playoff picture:

1. Patriots (9-4)

2. Titans (9-4)

3. Chiefs (9-4)

4. Ravens (8-5)

5. Chargers (8-5)

6. Colts (7-6)

7. Bills (7-6)

AFC playoff matchups if the season ended today:

• No. 2 Titans vs. No. 7 Bills
• No. 3 Chiefs vs. No. 6 Colts
• No. 4 Ravens vs. No. 5 Chargers

A win over the Chiefs would complete the sweep and put the Chargers atop the AFC West again.