SI.com · Sep 20, 2017
The Morning Huddle: AFC West, Historically Dominant Division?
Let’s start with the but: It’s early. Still, the numbers are undeniable: Through two weeks, the combined AFC West has been historically dominant.
Since the league went to 32 teams and eight divisions in 2002, only two divisions have posted a larger average margin of victory through two weeks (the NFC East in 2005 and 2008). No division has scored more touchdowns (30) or provided better QB play; the division’s combined 118.2 passer rating is 11 points better than any division has posted through the opening two weeks since the 32-team era began.
