The AFC West is full of bitter rivalries and even if a team does not have a chance to make the playoffs, just beating their rivals is just as good.
Kansas City Chiefs 2008 Draft Picks
The Chiefs still have issues at quarterback and lost prolific defensive end Jared Allen. They filled the void superbly by drafting defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey who should help the D-line. The Chiefs also drafted guard Branden Albert from Virginia to give extra protection to who ever is under center. I like corner Brandon Flowers who is underrated and is more of a game time player. I have seen plenty of Texas games and Jamaal Charles can be very explosive at times but he is not consistent. If he ever can get consistent, he will be very good in the league but still makes a great 2nd option. Tight end Brad Cottam is not the best talent but has good raw material. He is a 6′7, 270 pound beast who ran a 4.629 time and if he can develop his game, can be a great tight end.
Oakland Raiders 2008 Draft Picks
I don’t think the Raiders filled their needs with the draft but did manage to get the best runningback in Darren McFadden from Arkansas. McFadden will definitely provide them a talented back and if Justin Fargas can gain 1,000 yards, McFadden should be able to do even better. I thought the Raiders should have drafted a defensive end and wide receiver and Trevor Scott from Buffalo and Arman Shields are not major improvements. Tyvon Branch adds more depth to an already outstanding secondary.
Denver Broncos 2008 Draft Picks
The Broncos main concern was getting a offensive tackle who could block in the running scheme as well as provide protection for Jay Cutler. Left tackle Ryan Clady from Boise State is a great fit and should be there for a long time. Eddie Royal is a decent receiver and gives the Broncos a speedy guy who will also do special teams returning punts. The Broncos also drafted a center, a runningback, and some more defensive players. It is good to note never to doubt Mike Shanahan’s choices for runningback.
San Diego Chargers 2008 Draft Picks
The Chargers do not need much but could fill the void left by Michael Turner and add an offensive tackle. Corner Antoine Cason is an excellent pickup who can actually become a starter with Quentin Jammer. They also drafted Jacob Hester who has talent but does not seem to fit the position. It will be interesting to see how they use him. The offensive tackle the Chargers drafted was Corey Clark from Texas A&M in the 7th round so quality is not really there.