The Teessiders have now picked up one point in their opening two games and, while it’s too early to take that much notice of the table, it’s worth taking a look at some early performances. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson runs through the best and worst displays in his weekly Championship power rankings, scroll down and flick through our gallery to see them.
5. 20. Nottingham Forest (-2)
Fortunate to take a point a Leeds after Lewis Grabban's scrappy leveller. Despite their turbulent summer, the side still has plenty of quality. Photo: George Wood
6. 19. Huddersfield (-3)
Were hanging on after taking a second-half lead at QPR. Eventually, the Terriers' defence cracked with seven minutes to go. Photo: George Wood
7. 18. Middlesbrough (-5)
Couldn't make their first-half dominance count against Brentford and can feel hard done by after two goals were controversially disallowed. The Bees were the better side after the restart, though, and Boro struggled to react after falling behind. Photo: Harriet Lander
8. 17. Luton (-5)
Another admirable showing from the Championship newcomers who were undone by a stoppage-time winner at Cardiff in a 2-1 defeat. Photo: Harriet Lander