Cincinnati Bengals star receiver Ja'Marr Chase has put his contract dispute behind him and is excited to be back on the field, despite the team's 0-3 start. Chase had a breakout game in Week 3, catching six passes for 118 yards and two touchdowns.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase missed almost all of training camp due to a contract dispute. The star receiver was seeking a lucrative extension, but a deal was not reached before the start of the season.
Despite the uncertain contract situation, Chase decided to return to the team for Week 1. He has not been as productive as expected in the first three games, but he broke out in Week 3 with a 118-yard, two-touchdown performance against the Washington Commanders.
Ja'Marr Chase Breaks Out After Contract Dispute: "All This BS Is Over With
Chase said he felt a sense of relief after catching his first touchdown of the season.
"All this BS that was going on this offseason and prior to the season, I'm just happy that it's over with," Chase told reporters Thursday. "I'm finally playing ball and having fun with the guys. That's what matters most for me."
Ja'Marr Chase Breaks Out After Contract Dispute: "All This BS Is Over With
Numerous receivers got paid this offseason, including Justin Jefferson, Jaylen Waddle, Nico Collins, Amon-Ra St. Brown, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Michael Pittman, CeeDee Lamb, and Brandon Aiyuk.
Chase is still waiting for his new contract, but he is focused on helping the Bengals win.
Ja'Marr Chase Breaks Out After Contract Dispute: "All This BS Is Over With
"We're right there," Chase said. "We're not too far away. We just got to finish in the end, and that's the biggest thing right now."
The Bengals will face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, looking to avoid a fourth loss to open the season.
Chase's breakout game in Week 3 is a sign that he is ready to put the contract dispute behind him and focus on football. The Bengals need him to continue to produce if they want to turn their season around.
Here are some additional insights from Chase's interview with reporters:
* Chase said he is not worried about his contract situation.
* He is focused on helping the Bengals win games.
* He believes the Bengals are close to getting things right.
* He is excited to be back on the field with his teammates.
Chase's positive attitude is a good sign for the Bengals. The team is off to a slow start, but they have a lot of talent, including Chase. If they can get things going, they could be a contender in the AFC.
