MMQB Week 4: Bills Make Statement, Eagles No Fluke


Links to all our coverage of an exciting NFL Sunday, including Albert Breer’s conversations with Sean McDermott, Haason Reddick, Geno Smith, Allen Sills, Brian Daboll and more.

Welcome to Week 4 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 4, plus more from our staff.

How Josh Allen and the Bills Stayed Calm and Proved They Could Win a Close One

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Sean McDermott takes us inside the closing minutes of a Week 4 game that felt like a playoff atmosphere, as the preseason favorites answered one lingering question about them.


Three Deep: Geno Smith Backs Up Pete Carroll’s Decision to Start Him

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Quietly, the Seahawks’ quarterback is proving he’s pretty good. Plus, more on the double-doink in London and the Chargers winning without two of their stars.


Ten Takeaways

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Albert Breer’s notes and observations from around the league, including details on the NFLPA investigation involving Tua Tagovailoa’s injuries, why the Eagles are no fluke, Saquon Barkley at quarterback and more.


Six From Saturday: All Eyes on Bryce Young’s Status

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Albert Breer’s weekly thoughts on college action, geared mostly toward what should be of interest to NFL fans. Including quick scouting takes on Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson and Jack Campbell.


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More From The MMQB Staff

Conor Orr: What’s Become of the Eagles Team That Didn’t Stand a Chance

Conor Orr: Kenny Pickett Is in Good Hands With Mike Tomlin

Week 4 Game Balls: Recognizing the week’s top performers


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