MMQB Week 13: Deshaun Watson Returns, Bengals Make Statement

Links to all our coverage of NFL Sunday, including conversations with Joe Burrow, Nick Bosa, Geno Smith, Kevin O’Connell and Josh Allen.

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

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

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

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

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

Week 13 Game Balls: Recognizing the week’s top performers

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