The GOAT himself, Tom Brady, has both our Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers squarely in his top five power rankings. This isn’t just a regular season game, folks. We’re talking about an “America’s Game of the Week” mega-clash that Brady himself, looking back on Week 4 and ahead to Week 5, calls an “early Game of the Year contender.” Get ready, 12s, because Sunday on FOX is going to be absolutely electric.
The Stakes Are Sky-High for This NFC West Tilt
Brady’s putting serious respect on this rivalry, and honestly, why wouldn’t he? He’s got the 49ers battling for a top spot among the undefeated teams in his top three, alongside the Kansas City Chiefs and Minnesota Vikings. While the exact numerical ranking for our Hawks isn’t spelled out beyond “top five,” just being in that conversation with a legendary quarterback like Brady is a massive statement about where we stand early in the season. Brady noted how tough it is to beat teams with “so much continuity at coaching, ownership and elite quarterbacking.” When you are facing teams in the “upper echelon,” you “have to play pretty flawless football,” according to Brady. This Sunday’s matchup is exactly what he’s talking about. Our Hawks need to bring their absolute A-game.
Brady’s Take on What Makes an Elite Team Tick
Brady’s been dishing out his thoughts on other teams, giving us a peek into his mindset on what separates the good from the great. He praised the Rams, who are now 2-2 after beating the Eagles by four points in Philly, for their “ridiculous defense.” They held Philly to only 172 total yards and made three crucial fourth-down stops. It’s the second time this year that defense has held an opponent under 200 yards, even without huge names like Myles Garrett or Aaron Donald on their roster. He also looked at a different team, likely the Vikings, who fell to 3-1 after a tough three-point loss to the Chiefs at home. That team outgained the Chiefs by almost 40 yards, 437-399, but gave up 20 points in the fourth quarter. Their quarterback, Kirk Cousins, has put up 11 touchdowns in four games, and they’ve scored at least 25 points in every single outing, looking “pretty solid.” Brady also highlighted the importance of a strong backup quarterback, referencing a team that managed two wins without Caleb Williams, showcasing how crucial it is for someone to step up when the team needs it. These are the kinds of benchmarks that show you what it takes to be considered among the league’s best, and our Hawks are now in that conversation for Brady.
This Sunday isn’t just another game. It’s the matchup Tom Brady thinks could be an “early Game of the Year contender.” This is a massive NFC West battle, a statement game for our Hawks, and the kind of showdown that gets the Emerald City absolutely buzzing. Get loud, 12s, because our Hawks are about to put on a show!
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Originally reported by Fox Sports.
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