Welcome to Week 8 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 8, plus more from our staff.
Inside the Christian McCaffrey Trade and His Historic Day Against the Rams
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The Christian McCaffrey trade cost the 49ers a bunch of picks, but Sunday’s effort against the Rams showed why it could spell trouble for other NFC teams. Albert Breer spoke to Kyle Shanahan about his new star, whom he has known for a very long time.
Three Deep: Nathaniel Hackett and Russell Wilson Can Finally Exhale
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The Broncos can put September and October behind them after a big victory over the Jaguars in London. Plus, Albert Breer talks to Geno Smith about how the Seahawks keep winning and talks to Terry McLaurin about why he loves Indianapolis.
Takeaways: The Falcons Are In First Place; Trade Deadline Could Be Quiet
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Albert Breer talks to Marcus Mariota, who is leading the surprisingly first-place Falcons. Plus, the Bills look ho-hum in a win over the Packers, the Cowboys are rounding into form, the Colts could be sellers by Tuesday’s cutoff and much more.
Six From Saturday: Scout Breaks Down Kentucky QB Will Levis
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Plus more notes on Week 9 of the college football season, including prospects at Georgia and Ohio State.
MAQB: Why Roquan Smith Trade Is a Typical Move From the Ravens
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Albert Breer on Baltimore's acquisition of the former Bears linebacker who is in the final year of his contract. Plus, more on what Breer is hearing as we get closer to Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline.
More From The MMQB Staff
Conor Orr: Tua Tagovailoa Is Finally Getting a Chance to Prove He’s a Franchise QB
Conor Orr: The NFL Needs to Change Its Celebration Penalty Rules
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