Bengals phenom Ja’Marr Chase proved once again why he’s one of the NFL’s most electrifying playmakers. In a commanding performance against the Browns, the 22-year-old wideout shattered his own franchise record for receiving yards in a season, cementing his status among the league’s elite.
Chase Rewrites Bengals History Books
With a scintillating 32-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter, Chase surpassed his previous mark of 1,455 receiving yards set in his rookie 2021 campaign. The catch gave him 1,510 yards on the year, etching his name atop the Bengals record books for the second straight season.
“That’s just the person I am,” Chase said postgame. “I walk with that swag. I love to compete and the guys around me know that.”
– Ja’Marr Chase on his record-breaking mindset
The Burrow-Chase Connection
Chase’s chemistry with quarterback Joe Burrow, his former LSU teammate, was on full display. Burrow fooled the defense before delivering a perfect back-shoulder throw to Chase for the record-breaking score. It’s a connection they’ve honed since their college days.
“That’s why he’s so great – because of how he practices, how he works, his discipline,” Burrow said of Chase. “He’s a great guy for young guys to learn from.”
– Joe Burrow on Ja’Marr Chase’s work ethic
Chasing More Records
With two games left, Chase is closing in on more Bengals milestones. He needs just one touchdown to tie Carl Pickens’ single-season record of 17 set in 1995, and five catches to surpass T.J. Houshmandzadeh’s 2007 mark of 112 receptions.
- Receiving TDs: 16 (needs 1 to tie Pickens’ record)
- Receptions: 108 (needs 5 to break Houshmandzadeh’s record)
Keeping Bengals’ Playoff Hopes Alive
Chase’s heroics have helped the Bengals (7-8) stay in the thick of the playoff race. After a slow start, Cincinnati has reeled off three straight wins to keep their postseason dreams afloat. They’ll need Chase to continue his torrid pace to secure a coveted playoff berth.
“I just love football, bro,” Chase said of his lofty ambitions. “I’ve been waiting for this my whole life.”
– Ja’Marr Chase on fulfilling his NFL dreams
As Chase continues to torch defenses and rewrite record books, one thing is clear: the young Bengals star is on a relentless pursuit of greatness. And he’s just getting started.
