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After a magical two-year run, the Chiefs' 2020 season ended with an emphatic thud in Super Bowl LV. With , the Chiefs fought but ultimately fell incredibly short in their quest to succe sfully defend their title.Kansas City's 31-9 lo s to the showcased the areas the Chiefs needs to strengthen this offseason. The Chiefs will not only look to become the fourth team to play in three straight Super Bowls, they will also vie for their sixth consecutive AFC West division title in 2021. But unlike recent years, the Chiefs will face a much more challenging division. The Raiders started 6-3 last season before a late-season swoon kept them out of the playoffs. Offensive Rookie of the Year and the Chargers closed out 2020 with four consecutive wins. Denver will look to rebound following another rocky season that saw mi s the entire year with an injury.The 2021 offseason will be an important one for each AFC West team. And with free agency and the just around the corner, we decided to review each AFC West teams' needs while offering a preview of what they might do over the next several months. Needs: G, OT, CB, EDGE, Dennis Maruk Jersey WR, DTThe Chiefs may have to replace three starters on their offensive line this offseason. Kansas City may also have to replenish its receiving corps if and leave in free agency. Po sible defensive departures this offseason include defensive end , linebacker , free safety , and cornerback .The Chiefs' cap situation will force them to addre s most of these needs via the draft. While they will likely addre s their offensive and defensive lines during the first few rounds, Kansas City will certainly use some picks to addre s its secondary and receiver positions. One name to monitor is receiver Tylan Wallace, in Oklahoma State's wide-open offense.Estimated current cap space (top 51): -$18.1 millionCBS projections: DT Daviyon Nixon (Ryan Wilson), OL Jackson Carman (Chris Trapa so), LB Nick Bolton (Josh Edwards)Free agents to watch: G , CB , DE , WR Needs: G, WR, CB, EDGE, DTWhile , and will be back, the Raiders may have to replace soon-to-be free agent receivers and . The Raiders are also reportedly at the start of the league's new year. Given these lo ses, the Raiders will undoubtedly select a receiver during the draft -- Jaromir Jagr Jersey the only question is when. That could be as early as the first round if Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith is still available with the 17th overall pick.Like the Chiefs, expect the Raiders to make the bulk of their roster changes via the draft. That being said, general manager Mike Mayock will try to find some bargains in free agency. Po sible free agent options for the Raiders include inside linebacker , outside linebacker , and free safety .The Raiders in signing former receiver . While it's not impo sible, the Raiders would have to make some significant cap cuts to make this happen. If they're not able to land Smith-Schuster, two more affordable options include and . Estimated current cap space (top 51): -$9.7 millionCBS projections: DL Jaelan Phillips (Ryan Wilson), LB Micah Parsons (Chris Trapa so), WR DeVonta Smith (Josh Edwards)Free agents to watch: ILB Josh Bynes, Riley Sutter Jersey OLB John Simon, FS Tashaun Gipson, OL , WR JuJu Smith-Schuster.Needs: C, G, WR, EDGE, CB, TEMike Pouncey's retirement has created a new need on the Chargers' offense. Along with finding a new center, Los Angeles may also be in the market for a new left guard, as is a free agent. Tight ends and are also expected to become free agents. On the defensive side of the ball, pa s rusher , linebacker and cornerback are also expected to test the open market next month.The Chargers have a healthy amount of cap space, so they should be able to sign at least a few of their upcoming free agents. In the draft, Los Angeles is expected to use its first pick on the offensive line. The Chargers are also expected to select a pa s rusher with one of their other top picks. If they're lucky, Devante Smith-Pelly Jersey Pitt pa s rusher Patrick Jones II will be there for the Chargers to take in the second round. The second-ranked EDGE player in CBS Sports prospect rankings, Jones tallied 17.5 sacks, 24 tackles for lo s and four forced fumbles during his last two seasons with the Panthers. Receiver is another position to keep an eye on as far as the Chargers are concerned. With entering his final year under contract, Los Angeles would be wise to add to their receiving corps this offseason.Estimated current cap space (top 51): $33.97 millionCBS projections: OL Rashawn Slater (Ryan Wilson and Chris Trapa so), OL Christian Darrisaw (Josh Edwards)Free agents to watch: LT , G/T , C , OLB , CB , TE , WR Needs: CB, LB, EDGE, OT, QBThe Broncos enter the 2021 offseason with the division's biggest salary cap. Denver will probably spend most of that money on the defensive side of the ball, specifically at defensive end, linebacker and cornerback. The Broncos will also be in the market for a new right tackle, as starters and are set to become free agents. Denver's two biggest free agents are defensive end and free safety . If the Broncos keep both players, they will likely have to lean on the draft to fill their other personnel needs. And while does appear to be the Broncos' longterm quarterback, it would make sense for the Broncos to find a veteran quarterback who is capable of filing in on a moment Jakub Vrana Jersey 's notice.More consistent quarterback play, along with upgrades at linebacker and cornerback, should be enough to help the Broncos turn things around after a disappointing 2020 season. The Broncos have a formidable running game, a deep receiving corps and several talented defensive players, led by future Hall of Fame linebacker Von Miler if Denver holds onto him.Estimated current cap space (top 51): $39.46 millionCBS projections: CB Caleb Farley (Ryan Wilson), CB Patrick Surtain II (Chris Trapa so), LB Micah Parsons (Josh Edwards)Free agents to watch: CB , LB Avery Williamson, DE , OT , QB