Allen Bailey, Cornell Green remembered | AFC West roundup

There were no games on the AFC West slate, but it was an emotional day around the division, marked by the deaths of former Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Allen Bailey and longtime Denver Broncos scout and former Cowboys star Cornell Green.

Kansas City Chiefs (5-0): mourning and mounting expectations

Pro Football Rumors reports that Allen Bailey, who played defensive line for the Chiefs and Falcons, passed away this week at age 37. According to the outlet, Bailey’s family initially believes he died of natural causes, though an official cause of death has not been released.

On the roster front, Pro Football Rumors notes that the Chiefs released running back Nathan Carter from their practice squad. CBS Sports revisits the Joe Thuney trade, arguing that Chicago landed the stabilizing presence its offense badly needed, while Kansas City turned the draft capital into a potential future standout.

In the backfield, Kenneth Walker continues to be a central storyline. Pro Football Rumors points out that after spending most of his Seahawks contract in a timeshare with Zach Charbonnet, Walker will return to Seattle in Week 7 as a Chief and as the NFL’s rushing leader, off to a dominant start with his new team. CBS Sports highlights Russell Wilson’s view that adding Walker has already made the Chiefs more dangerous and relays his suggestion that wide receiver Garrett Wilson could be a bold next trade target. Two CBS Sports pick columns project Kansas City to stay unbeaten in Week 7, including a prediction that the Chiefs will beat the Seahawks in what is framed as a revenge game for Walker.

Denver Broncos (4-2): loss of a pillar, return of a rookie

Pro Football Rumors relays the Cowboys’ announcement that Cornell Green, their former All-Pro defensive back who later spent many years as a Broncos scout, has died at age 86.

On the field, Pro Football Rumors notes growing concerns about the start of quarterback Bo Nix’s third season. The Broncos may soon get help in the running game, though, as they have designated rookie running back Jonah Coleman for return from IR after a high ankle sprain suffered in Week 2.

Las Vegas Raiders (3-3): Amy Trask back in the spotlight

There were no roster moves tied directly to the Raiders, but a familiar organizational figure drew attention. CBS Sports features Amy Trask, the former CEO of the Oakland Raiders and a onetime member of the NFL’s security committee, as she details how the league operates amid civil unrest in Paris ahead of a Week 7 game.

Los Angeles Chargers (0-6): quiet day for the division’s cellar dweller

The Chargers were not directly involved in any of Wednesday’s headlines. At 0-6 and sitting at the bottom of the AFC West, they watched from the periphery while divisional rivals generated news for both somber and competitive reasons.