“Tom Brady had CTE”: NFL fans shoot down icon's Week 16 power rankings

NFL legend Tom Brady sparked controversy with his latest power rankings for FOX Sports. His decision to crown the Kansas City Chiefs as the top team entering Week 16 triggered a backlash from fans.

The seven-time Super Bowl champion's rankings, released Thursday, drew sharp criticism. Fans questioned his judgment in promoting the Chiefs despite Mahomes' ankle injury and a lackluster 21-7 win over Cleveland.

Brady's rankings featured dramatic shifts. The Detroit Lions dropped from first to fourth after their shootout 48-42 loss to Buffalo. The Vikings held fifth place after winning their seventh straight game against Chicago.

Pittsburgh Steelers v Philadelphia Eagles - Source: Getty

The Eagles soared to second place after their 27-13 victory over Pittsburgh, marking their 10th consecutive win. Tom Brady praised Jalen Hurts and the passing game, highlighting 100+ yard performances from both A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith.

Several fans mocked Brady's judgment, suggesting health concerns affected his analysis;

"Official: Tom Brady had CTE," one fan posted.

"Ok Tommy," another user kept it brief.

"CTE injury," a third observer noted pointedly.

Others directly challenged Brady's football expertise;

"Can't believe I'm saying this but Brady is stupid," a frustrated fan declared.

"Chiefs at one lmao TB doesn't know ball," one observer mocked.

"None of these teams will win the SB," another fan concluded dismissively.

Tom Brady doubles down on Steelers despite recent struggles

NFL: Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears - Source: Imagn

While fans questioned his power rankings, Tom Brady remained confident about Pittsburgh's chances. He analyzed their path forward after managing just 163 yards of total offense against Philadelphia.

"If they go to Baltimore, they're gonna have to play a clean game," Brady said. "The thing they did last time they played Baltimore, they possessed the football, 36-minute time of possession."

The stakes loom large for Pittsburgh (10-4) against Baltimore (9-5). A win would clinch the AFC North title, though they face a Ravens team riding high. Lamar Jackson just torched the Giants with five touchdowns in a 35-14 victory.

Pittsburgh's potential return to full strength could prove Brady right. Key players like George Pickens and T.J. Watt might bolster both sides of the ball for this crucial divisional clash.