Bengals star receiver Ja’Marr Chase is currently questionable to return to Sunday’s game against the Jaguars after entering concussion evaluation following a brutal hit in the first half. This is a massive blow for Cincinnati, who were already trailing 3-0 at the time of the injury.
The Hit That Rocked the Game
The incident happened when Chase sustained a crushing hit during the first half of the game. It started with his facemask getting twisted by Jarrian Jones, immediately followed by a hard hit from Ventrell Miller. Jones got flagged for a penalty on the play, but the damage was already done. Chase stayed down on the field for several moments, getting treated by the Bengals’ medical staff. Eventually, he managed to walk off under his own power, heading straight for the medical tent. From there, he walked into the locker room with a towel covering his head, a sight no fan wants to see from their star player.
Chase’s Early Season Dominance Takes a Hit
Chase isn’t just any player; he’s been a Pro Bowler in each of his first six NFL seasons, a consistent threat every time he steps on the field. He came into this game after a hot start to the season, already racking up 18 receptions for 185 yards and three touchdowns through the Bengals’ first three games. Last week, in their tight 30-27 loss to the Steelers, he pulled in 9 catches on 12 targets for 98 yards and a score. On Sunday before the injury, he was still locked in, catching all three of his targets for 26 yards. Even with Evan McPherson kicking a game-tying field goal to finish that drive, you gotta wonder what this means for the Bengals, who, like the Jaguars, came into this contest sporting a 2-1 record. All eyes are on that concussion eval now, and the hope is it is nothing serious for one of the league’s most dynamic playmakers.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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