Tom Brady, the retired seven-time Super Bowl champion, has revealed his latest NFL power rankings, placing the Minnesota Vikings at No. 1 following their Week 7 victory over the Indianapolis Colts. This shift comes after the San Francisco 49ers' loss to the Atlanta Falcons, which Brady noted allowed him to take a "mini victory lap" for his earlier assessments of the Vikings.
Brady's new top-ranked team is not from the AFC North, a division he humorously suggested should compete in an 18-week round-robin. He noted that the AFC North has four teams with winning records, but none made his current top 10, indicating they are the first teams left out.
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The Jacksonville Jaguars, coming off a bye week after their trip to London, are ranked No. 2. Brady praised their return and highlighted quarterback Trevor Lawrence's performance, suggesting the AFC South division could become a runaway if Lawrence continues to play at a high level. The Jaguars are set to face the Indianapolis Colts next.
At No. 3 are the Detroit Lions, who secured a thrilling 20-17 win against the Green Bay Packers. Brady pointed to the connection between Jared Goff and Jameson Williams as a key factor, with four touchdowns in their last two games. The Lions are preparing for a matchup against the Minnesota Vikings' defense.
The Seattle Seahawks land at No. 4 after a dominant 20-3 defensive performance against the Kansas City Chiefs. Brady noted the team's defensive effort and the contributions of Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Seattle will face the Chicago Bears next.
Denver Broncos earned the No. 5 spot following their 30-16 road win against the Arizona Cardinals. Despite acknowledging that their wins are "almost never pretty," Brady pointed to their strong record, with only two losses coming against the 49ers and Chiefs. They are scheduled to play the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Chicago Bears are ranked No. 6. Brady commented on quarterback Caleb Williams' recent form, noting his strong performances since returning from a hamstring injury, including over 300 yards and no turnovers in their win against the New England Patriots. The Bears are slated to play the Seattle Seahawks.
Kansas City Chiefs, previously a strong contender, dropped to No. 7 after a 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Brady acknowledged that Patrick Mahomes had a rough night but expressed confidence in the quarterback's ability to bounce back, especially in their upcoming game against the Denver Broncos.
The Buffalo Bills are at No. 8. Coming off a bye, they are preparing for a matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Brady expressed anticipation for a potential showdown between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, provided Jackson is cleared to play.
San Francisco 49ers, who previously held a perfect record, fell to No. 9 after their 29-20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Brady acknowledged a "jinx" from his previous prediction and noted the team's mounting injuries. The 49ers have a bye week to recover.
Rounding out the top 10 at No. 10 are the New England Patriots, who lost 30-24 to the Chicago Bears. Brady highlighted the competitive game and praised quarterback Drake Maye's recent performance, noting 12 touchdowns and two interceptions in his last four games. The Patriots are scheduled to play the Miami Dolphins.
Brady also commented on the strength of the AFC North, suggesting that its four winning teams could make for a highly competitive division if they were to play each other more frequently.