Top 10, as ranked by Brady, includes: Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers, Chicago Bears, and Seattle Seahawks. Each of these teams started the season with a win, meeting Brady’s criterion for inclusion.
Several clubs earned spots with standout offensive displays. The Chicago Bears erupted for 59 points against the Carolina Panthers, the Baltimore Ravens put up 41 against the Indianapolis Colts, the Buffalo Bills edged the Houston Texans 36-31, and the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-7.
Seahawks Earn No. 1 After Week 1
The Seattle Seahawks sit atop Brady’s rankings after a 13-10 win over the New England Patriots in a rematch of the Super Bowl. Seattle trailed 10-0 before rallying behind its defensive effort and late-game execution. Quarterback Drew Lock totaled 187 passing yards, and receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba hauled in 10 receptions for 122 yards.
Brady praised Seattle’s ability to win the opener, noting that a team coming off a Super Bowl championship who also wins the rematch in the first game back deserves the top spot. He highlighted that the defense has remained effective and that the team’s overall edge was evident.
Bears Move to No. 2 Following a Heavy Win
The Chicago Bears sit second after a 59-37 victory over the Carolina Panthers. The offense piled up 300 rushing yards, and quarterback Caleb Williams opened the season with 334 total yards and four touchdowns. Brady emphasized Williams’ early case for MVP consideration and commended head coach Ben Johnson’s offensive plans.
San Francisco 49ers, Ravens, and Bills in the Top Five
The 49ers are ranked third after a 27-7 triumph against the Los Angeles Rams in an international matchup in Melbourne. Brock Purdy threw for 205 yards, and San Francisco’s defense restricted the Rams to seven points. Brady credited head coach Kyle Shanahan and the organization for managing the overseas trip and delivering a solid performance against a strong division foe.
The Baltimore Ravens are fourth, powered by Lamar Jackson’s 324 passing yards and Derrick Henry’s 144 rushing yards in a 41-23 win over the Colts. Brady noted the developments under new head coach Jesse Minter and offensive coordinator Declan Doyle as key elements to monitor.
Rounding out the top five, the Buffalo Bills earned their spot after Josh Allen threw for 334 yards in a 36-31 victory over the Texans. Brady acknowledged Buffalo’s strong start while noting that a dropped interception could have changed the game’s outcome.
End of rankings summary
The Week 1 results across the league highlighted a mix of explosive offensive performances and standout defensive efforts, with several teams signaling potential as the season unfolds. As teams build on these early showings, adjustments and continued consistency will be crucial to sustaining top-tier status throughout the year.
