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Brady Weighs Bears’ Case for No. 1 in NFL Power Rankings
The Chicago Bears beat the Seattle Seahawks 34-17 in Week 8, winning at the defending champions’ home stadium.
Tom Brady had said the Bears could rise from sixth to first in his NFL power rankings if they beat Seattle.
The team also added All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, who stood out alongside quarterback Caleb Williams and running back D’Andre Swift in the win.
Brady’s choice for first was less clear because the Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos also had impressive victories, while the Minnesota Vikings lost for the first time this season.
Brady’s comments also praised the Pittsburgh Steelers, who beat Cleveland and moved into sole possession of first place in the AFC North.
The debate is whether Chicago has done enough to lead the league rankings, but the available details do not state where Brady placed the Bears.
Tom Brady considered whether the Chicago Bears should rise to No. 1 in his NFL power rankings after a decisive Week 8 win over the Seattle Seahawks.
The Bears won 34-17 at the home stadium of the defending champions.
Caleb Williams, D'Andre Swift and newly added All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons all stood out in the win.
The Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos also earned impressive victories, strengthening the competition for the top spot.
The Minnesota Vikings suffered their first loss of the year.
- Who
- Tom Brady assessed the Chicago Bears and other NFL teams in his power rankings.
- What
- Brady weighed whether the Bears should move to No. 1 after beating the Seahawks 34-17.
- When
- The assessment followed Week 8; the article was published on November 5, 2026.
- Where
- The Bears won at the Seattle Seahawks' home stadium.
- Why
- Brady had said the previous week that the Bears could move from No. 6 to No. 1 if they beat Seattle.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Brady said the Bears could rise from No. 6 to No. 1 if they defeated the Seahawks.
The Bears beat the Seahawks 34-17 at Seattle's home stadium.
Brady assessed the competition for the No. 1 spot, with the Bills and Broncos also coming off impressive wins.
- Bears' Week 8 result
- 34-17 win over the Seattle Seahawks
- Bears' previous ranking
- No. 6
- Possible new ranking
- No. 1
- Notable Bears players
- Caleb Williams, D'Andre Swift and Jeffery Simmons
- Vikings' season milestone
- First loss of the year
What people are saying
I kind of chose a temporary winner from the Cloud of Dust that's the AFC North.
The good news? Pat Mahomes looked like Pat Mahomes again — three touchdowns, no picks.