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MMQB Week 13: Deshaun Watson Returns, Bengals Make Statement

Welcome to Week 13 of the NFL season here at The MMQB. We are trying things a little differently with Albert Breer’s Monday-morning column, publishing items as separate stories throughout the morning. Below are links to everything Albert wrote about Week 13, plus more from our staff.

Scenes From Deshaun Watson’s Long Day in Houston

Watson returned to the stadium he called home for four NFL seasons.

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The Texans owner’s wife turned her back on him. The stands were half-empty. And his play? Shaky. Albert Breer reports on what Watson’s first game back was like for those in attendance.


Ten Takeaways: The Bengals Are Legit Super Bowl Contenders

The Bengals are roaring back into the form we saw during their Super Bowl run.

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Albert Breer speaks to Joe Burrow about a statement win over the Chiefs. Plus, Nick Bosa on the 49ers’ defense and why it’s more than capable of carrying the team, Josh Allen’s incredible play, Bill Belichick’s praise for the Vikings, and another big win for Geno Smith.


Six From Saturday: Quentin Johnston Is One of Several TCU Players to Know Before the Draft

Johnston has a chance to be the first wide receiver off the board in April.

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Plus more notes on college football championship weekend, including thoughts on how Deion Sanders is a case study in the coaching pipeline.


More From The MMQB Staff

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Conor Orr: The 49ers Can Absolutely Go on a Playoff Run With Brock Purdy

Conor Orr: Deshaun Watson’s First Game Back Showed He Has a Long Way to Go


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