Brady Praises Allen, Cousins, and Goff in Latest NFL Power Rankings
Tom Brady's Week 2 power rankings highlight Josh Allen's five-touchdown performance, calling it 'very dangerous football.' He also credited Kirk Cousins and Jared Goff for their strong starts, and moved the Raiders and Vikings into his top 10. The Seahawks remain at No. 1 in Brady's list.
Brady’s rankings show a clear emphasis on quarterback play through two weeks, with Josh Allen’s five-touchdown outing for Buffalo earning special praise. The Bills opened a new stadium against Detroit, a short-week challenge Brady acknowledged while still keeping Seattle atop his list. He also highlighted Jared Goff’s six touchdowns without an interception, and Kirk Cousins matching that total for undefeated Las Vegas.
The Raiders and Vikings both entered Brady’s top 10 after 2-0 starts, with Minnesota winning despite missing Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. Brady credited coaching, specifically Kevin O’Connell’s leadership and Brian Flores’ defense, which held Chicago to three points. He also noted the Rams’ bounce-back win after their Australia trip, with Davante Adams posting 195 yards and two scores.
Brady’s power rankings, as a prominent former player, could shape public perception of quarterback performance and team legitimacy early in the season. Fans and analysts may weigh his endorsements when discussing MVP races or playoff contenders, potentially influencing media coverage and betting narratives. However, rankings are subjective and reflect only two games, so their broader societal impact remains limited to sports discourse rather than any tangible outcome.