Brady Ranks Chiefs No. 7, Praises Mahomes' Leadership
Tom Brady placed the Kansas City Chiefs at No. 7 in his latest NFL power rankings, saying quarterback Patrick Mahomes is showing signs of returning to top form after tearing his ACL last December. The three-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback said Mahomes' performance in Kansas City's season-opening win over the Denver Broncos reflected the qualities that have defined his career.
"I think, in a lot of ways, he's back to being Patrick Mahomes," Brady said. "What do I mean by that? His leadership, discipline, tenacity - all of those things were on display. He's going to pick up some steam. He's missed some football, missed a lot of the offseason. But never sleep on No. 15 for the Chiefs." floorball betting odds
Mahomes completed 15 of 27 passes for 184 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in the Chiefs' 31-10 victory over the Broncos on Monday night, adding a 15-yard rushing touchdown in the first quarter. Kansas City's ground game carried much of the offensive load, with newcomer Kenneth Walker III rushing for a career-high 173 yards on 7.5 yards per carry, including a 60-yard touchdown that put the game out of reach in the second half. Brady acknowledged Walker's contribution but directed most of his commentary toward Mahomes, whose recovery timeline from an ACL injury mirrors Brady's own return earlier in his career.
Brady rejected the notion that the Chiefs are fading as contenders, pointing to the combination of coaching and quarterback play that has defined Kansas City's recent championship runs. "Why are we counting them out? Never count them out," he said. "I always felt like when you've got a great coach and you've got a great QB, and that organization has championship standards … watch out, man."
