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.
9. 16. Wigan (-13)
Unable to build on their surprise win over Cardiff on the opening day. Well below-par during a 3-0 defeat at Preston. Photo: George Wood
10. 15. Barnsley (-6)
Another side who failed to back-up their impressive opening day display. The Tykes fell a goal behind early on at Sheffield Wednesday and lacked the invention to break the Owls down. Photo: George Wood
11. 14. Brentford (+6)
Unable to play their slick, passing game in the first half at the Riverside. Showed the quality they possess in the second, though, with playmaker Sergi Canos particularly influential. Photo: Jan Kruger
12. 13. Hull (+4)
Inspired by key men Kamil Grosicki and Jarrod Bowen, who scored the opener in a 2-1 win over Reading. Midfielder Jackson Irvine got the second. Photo: Ashley Allen