The Cincinnati Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase captured a rare trifecta, leading the NFL in receiving yards, receptions, and receiving touchdowns. He had a dominant season, catching 127 passes for 1,708 yards and 17 touchdowns. Nobody in team history had ever had a season quite like that—and now it’s time for the Bengals to acknowledge that through the purse strings.
Chase is entering the final year of his rookie contract, due for a new extension. Speaking to reporters at the Pro Bowl this weekend, the Bengals receiver was measured in his comments. He wanted a new deal done last year, but he has only strengthened his bargaining position since then.