The Detroit Lions Just Got a Reason to Like Tom Brady
The Detroit Lions are NFL darlings this season, and they actually have been the past few seasons. The team is 5-2 after taking down one of the most promising teams in the NFL this season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with a 24-9 final score, and now, people are talking about the team, from NFL experts and analysts to moms and dads at the dinner table.
Running back Jahmyr Gibbs was extra special during the game, clocking 218 yards and two rushing touchdowns, according to ESPN. The Detroit Lions are now 13-4 following a loss since the start of the 2022 season, which is the second-best record in NFL over that timespan after the Kansas City Chiefs (11-2), according to ESPN Research.
“Gibbs broke free up the middle for the longest run of his NFL career with a 78-yard touchdown with 5:51 left in the first half,” Eric Woodyard of ESPN adds. “Gibbs’ top speed was 22.2 mph, the fastest rushing TD by an offensive ball carrier this season, per Next Gen Stats. He is the only player over the past three seasons to reach 22 mph on a rushing touchdown, and he has done it twice now, including on a 70-yard touchdown versus the Titans in 2024.”
Even Tom Brady is Noticing the Detroit Lions
So, the Lions are on fire, and even legendary NFL quarterback Tom Brady is taking notice. Brady released his Fox Sports power rankings on Wednesday, October 22, and he has the Lions at No. 1.
“Make it three straight weeks that the No. 1 team in Tom Brady’s power rankings has gone down,” the article notes, since Brady has the Bucs at No. 1 last week. “After getting anointed as the No. 1 team last week, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost decisively to the Detroit Lions in Week 7. The result was just one of many that’s brought some chaos to the top as we continue to figure out who the contenders in the league are nearly halfway through the season.”
The article adds, “Even the GOAT needed some help to round out his latest top 10, so much so that he called upon a coin to help him pick his 10th team.”
The Detroit Lions Are No. 1
He didn’t need a coin to pick his first favorite team, though. That team is the Lions. Brady also talks up the Detroit Lions’ stars, from Gibbs to quarterback Jared Goff.
“The Lions are No. 1 after dominating last week’s leader [the Buccaneers],” he states in the piece. “The stars were out with the contributions from Amon-Ra St. Brown, [Jahmyr] Gibbs and [Jared] Goff. I can’t wait to hear that crowd on Thanksgiving.”
The NFL’s official website agrees, too. They have the Lions at No. 1, with lead draft writer Eric Edholm stating, “Detroit’s undermanned secondary stepped up in a massive way in Monday’s statement victory over Tampa Bay. The home team entered the night alarmingly shorthanded in the defensive backfield, and then Rock Ya-Sin had to miss some snaps with cramps.”
The Detroit Lions may have fallen to the Chiefs this season, but that was a rarity. They’re obviously ready to stake their claim as the kings of the NFC North.
Breaking News: Denver Broncos Shock NFL World with Historic 33-Point Comeback, But Are They For Real?
In a game that will be etched into the annals of NFL history, the Denver Broncos pulled off an electrifying 33-point comeback in the final 15 minutes of their Week 7 clash against the New York Giants. The Broncos, trailing for most of the game, surged in the fourth quarter to claim a stunning 33-32 victory. This remarkable display of grit has NFL fans and analysts alike questioning: Is this the real Denver Broncos, or was this just a fluke?
The Comeback of the Season
As the fourth quarter began, it seemed like the Giants had control, with a 32-20 lead. But in a turn of events that left fans in disbelief, the Broncos delivered an offensive explosion that has only been seen in the league’s most dramatic moments. Quarterback Bo Nix, who has been performing at an elite level this season, led his team on an unforgettable scoring spree. With precision passes and an unyielding offensive line, Nix showcased why he's one of the most talked-about quarterbacks in the league.
“We just need one more breakthrough, and the whole league will have to start seeing us differently. 33 points in the last 15 minutes isn’t a fluke—it's a warning to every opponent,”
While the Broncos’ offense certainly stole the spotlight, the defense deserves a mention as well. Though they struggled for much of the game, they came up big when it mattered most, forcing the Giants into critical mistakes that turned the tide. The Broncos' defense, now ranked in the top 10 for the season, might be starting to find its rhythm as they prepare for a tough stretch of games ahead.
Can They Sustain This Level of Play?
While the Broncos' late-game heroics are nothing short of impressive, questions still linger. Can they continue this level of play for an entire game? The Broncos have shown flashes of brilliance, but inconsistency has plagued them in previous weeks. Their early-game struggles put them in a hole that they were lucky to climb out of this time.
In the first three quarters, their offense sputtered, with missed opportunities and turnovers. However, once the pressure was on, the Broncos looked like a completely different team. With Nix showing no signs of slowing down and the defense holding firm in the crunch, it’s clear that they have the potential to make a deep playoff run.
But the Broncos' path won't be easy. Their next matchup against the Dallas Cowboys could be a defining moment for the team. If they can put together a complete game—one that includes consistency from the start—they may very well prove that their late-game theatrics are no fluke.
Looking Ahead
As the Broncos prepare for Week 8, they find themselves in a much stronger position than many expected. Their comeback against the Giants not only put them at 5-2 but also solidified their place as a top contender in the AFC. The question now isn’t whether they can be great for a quarter or two, but whether they can sustain greatness for an entire game.
“Every yard we've gained this season has led to this moment, and I can’t wait to see where it takes us next,” Nix said confidently, hinting at the big goals the team has set for the rest of the season.
As the NFL world watches, the Broncos are more than just a team to watch—they're a statement. Whether or not they can continue to play with this level of intensity and precision remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: the Denver Broncos are no longer a team anyone can overlook.
