To keep track of Boro’s mist influential performers this season, we’ve compiled a power ranking leaderboard adding together the player rating scores dished out by our Middlesbrough writer Joe Nicholson for Championship games. Scroll down and flick through our gallery to see them.
5. 10. Adam Clayton
13 points - Left on the bench against Blackburn after starting Boro's first two Championship fixtures. Photo: Frank Reid
6. 9. Ryan Shotton
15 points - Has started all three of Boro's Championship fixtures at centre-back. Photo: Frank Reid
7. 8. Daniel Ayala
17 points - Was solid at centre-half against Blackburn last time out. Photo: Frank Reid
8. 7. Marvin Johnson
17 points - Some impressive early performances but struggled at Blackburn. Photo: Frank Reid