MMQB Week 9: Bengals, Ravens and Eagles Are Flying High

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

The Eagles’ roster is built in a way that will allow them to win for a long time.

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Albert Breer talks to Brandon Graham about how Philadelphia’s defense stepped up against the Cowboys.

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The 2023 Bengals Are Much More Than Just Joe Burrow

The team may now be better off after handling Burrow’s injury.

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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.

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The Best Is Yet to Come As Roquan Smith and the Ravens Unlock Their Identity

The linebacker is finding his groove in Baltimore.

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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.

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Commanders, Vikings Survive Week of Difficult Tests

The Vikings worked through losing Kirk Cousins to injury, while the Commanders said bye to two of their top defenders.

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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.

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More From the MMQB Staff:

No matter how long the quarterback is out, it’s easier than ever to imagine the team moving on to his successor.

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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