Ja’Marr Chase Makes History with Record-Breaking Performance Against Cardinals
CINCINNATI — Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase delivered a stunning performance during Sunday’s game against the Arizona Cardinals, scoring two touchdowns in the first half and etching his name into the NFL record books. With this achievement, Chase becomes the first player in league history to record at least 80 receptions, 1,000 receiving yards, and seven touchdown receptions in each of his first five seasons.
Entering the matchup, Chase was eager to break his scoring drought, having not found the end zone since Week 7. “I think my biggest thing on this list is just to score another touchdown,” he expressed earlier in the week. “I don’t think I’ve been overdue since like, Week Seven. So my biggest thing is just trying to get in the end zone, find the end zone. As much as the accolades are something I want, I’m not really worried about it anymore. I work my ass off to put in all the stats I can during the time that I need to.”
Selected as the No. 5 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, Chase has quickly established himself as one of the premier wide receivers in the league. This season alone, he has amassed 114 receptions for 1,303 yards and seven touchdowns, proving to be a consistent and explosive force on the field. Despite the Bengals experiencing a disappointing season overall, Chase remains a bright spot in Cincinnati’s campaign.
This offseason, Chase secured a four-year contract extension worth a staggering $161 million. The extension came on the heels of his remarkable achievement of winning the NFL’s triple crown, where he led the league in receptions (127), receiving yards (1,708), and receiving touchdowns (17).
Chase’s two touchdown catches on Sunday not only reignited his scoring streak but also solidified his place in NFL history. As the Bengals continue to navigate their season, one thing is clear: Ja’Marr Chase is a player to watch, and he is just getting started.
