Welcome to Week 9 of the 2023 NFL season here at The MMQB. Below are links to everything Albert Breer wrote over the weekend, plus more from our staff.
Ten Takeaways: Eagles Will Remain a Powerhouse
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Albert Breer talks to Brandon Graham about how Philadelphia’s defense stepped up against the Cowboys.
The 2023 Bengals Are Much More Than Just Joe Burrow
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Albert Breer hears from Zac Taylor on how the quarterback’s injury helped the Bengals become a more well-rounded team.
The Best Is Yet to Come As Roquan Smith and the Ravens Unlock Their Identity
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Albert Breer hears from Roquan Smith on how he, and the Ravens as a unit, are finding the way back to a Baltimore-style of winning this season.
Commanders, Vikings Survive Week of Difficult Tests
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Albert Breer talks to Kevin O’Connell about how Josh Dobbs was able to pick up the pieces in Minnesota and secure a win Sunday.
More From the MMQB Staff:
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Conor Orr: The Giants’ Daniel Jones Era May Already Be Over
Gilberto Manzano: What We Learned from Bengals-Bills: Joe Burrow Is Back
Conor Orr: C.J. Stroud Is a Top Quarterback Right Now and Will Be for a While
Conor Orr: NFL Is Better Off With Joshua Dobbs and the Vikings Going for It
Gilberto Manzano: Five Things We Learned: Eagles Defense Is Up for the Task