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The Athletic Football Show on Joe Burrow

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This might be the Joe Burrow year... if the defense helps them out enough that they actually win more games than they lose, they get back to the playoffs.
Mentioned at 95:11 – 95:30

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Burrow could have an MVP-caliber season if the defense secures a playoff spot.

The source suggests this could be a breakout year for Joe Burrow, provided the Bengals' defense helps the team win enough games to reach the playoffs.

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